Arsenal transfer news Archives: 07/2026

Kyran Thompson has turned down Tottenham Hotspur and a new Arsenal contract to sign for Newcastle United instead, according to a report.

Arsenal completed the free transfer addition of Illan Meslier last week, but not for quite as long as most new signings in his age bracket.

Leandro Trossard is close to agreeing personal terms with Besiktas, with the final paperwork for his transfer being prepared ahead of a possible announcement this week.

Bruno Guimaraes’ representatives believe they had an informal deal with Newcastle United to listen to bids of around £50m, prompting Arsenal’s pursuit of the midfielder.

Arsenal’s Christian Norgaard is in talks with Al Jazira Club over a possible summer transfer, according to a report.

Arsenal are interested in Club Brugge striker Nicolo Tresoldi, but the player may not be available this summer, according to a report from Belgium.

Tottenham Hotspur defender Elijah Upson has chosen to join Arsenal, following in the footsteps of his father, according to a report.

Arsenal are ready to finalise the transfer of Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge, with only Leandro Trossard’s potential move to Besiktas seemingly holding things up.

Bruno Guimaraes has agreed personal terms with Arsenal and informed Newcastle United he wants to leave, but there’s still no contact between the clubs.

Jeremy Monga has completed his transfer to Manchester City, with Arsenal withdrawing from the race over Leicester City’s valuation of the young winger.

Illan Meslier has joined Arsenal on a free transfer after leaving Leeds, with Kepa Arrizabalaga’s future still unresolved.

Bruno Guimarães wants Arsenal, but Newcastle’s stance, Arsenal’s silence and a growing battle over price have left the deal finely balanced.

Former Arsenal midfielder Ismael Bennacer is set to terminate his AC Milan contract by mutual consent, as Qatari side Al-Shamal Sports Club push to sign him.

Manchester City have succeeded in their push to lure Mishel Nduka away from Arsenal, according to a report.

Leandro Trossard’s Besiktas move is moving closer, with his representatives called to Istanbul for final contract talks.

Arsenal are on the hunt for a full-back this summer, but one option is now off the table, with Nathaniel Brown joining Bayern Munich.

Bayer Leverkusen fitness coach Jose Jimenez has left Bayer Leverkusen to join Arsenal, according to a report.

Arsenal youngster Kyran Thompson’s future is the subject of some confusion, with reports he’s signed for Tottenham Hotspur but images showing him in Newcastle.

Illan Meslier has completed his medical and signed his contract ahead of the confirmation of his free transfer move to Arsenal, according to reports.

Everton are still considering a move for Arsenal’s Ben White, but they’re also looking at Tottenham Hotspur’s Djed Spence, according to a report.