Arsenal News Archives: 07/2025

England lose 2–1 to France at the Euros, ending Sarina Wiegman’s perfect tournament record. VAR drama, French pace, and Dutch pressure now loom.

After 16 years rising through the ranks, Khayon Edwards has signed for Estoril Praia, stepping into Portuguese football on a three-year deal until 2028.

Arsenal add Villarreal and Athletic Club to a pre-season line-up that also features Milan, Newcastle, and Spurs as Emirates Cup returns in early August.

Thomas Partey charged with five counts of rape and one of sexual assault. The club had continued playing him for three years while under investigation.

In a surprise turnaround, Nico Williams has opted to extend his contract and remain with Athletic Club this summer, extending his deal and raising his release clause.

Former Arsenal academy goalkeeper Remy Mitchell was back with the club in training this week, almost three years after his official departure.

Arsenal academy forward Nathan Butler-Oyedeji has completed a transfer to FC Lausanne-Sport, following the expiry of his Gunners contract this week.

Former Gunner Alexandre Lacazette has signed for Saudi Arabian club NEOM S.C., following his departure from Olympique Lyonnais as a free agent.

Kepa Arrizabalaga signed for Arsenal this week, leaving Chelsea for £5m, and we now know more details about his deal with the Gunners.

Chloe Kelly has signed permanently for Arsenal following the expiry of her contract with Manchester City.

Callan Hamill’s transfer to Arsenal has effectively been confirmed, with the club handing him a shirt number as the u18s returned to training this week.

Kepa has completed a £5m move to Arsenal, years after Chelsea made him the world’s most expensive keeper.