Football News Archives: 07/2026

Everton are expected to beat Arsenal to the signing of Bristol Rovers winger Ollie Dewsbury after taking the highly rated 18-year-old on trial.

Ivan Leko has confirmed Christos Tzolis is joining Arsenal after Club Brugge agreed a £34m deal for the winger and authorised his medical.

Discover how Illan Meslier’s journey from a small Brittany village led to Arsenal, and why those who coached him first always believed in him.

Arsenal are reportedly considering a move for John Stones, but one key concern could determine whether a deal ever materialises.

Arsenal are preparing a bid for Aston Villa’s Ezri Konsa, though it is believed the clubs remain apart on a valuation and the player may yet stay where he is.

Thomas Tuchel has explained why Bukayo Saka missed England’s World Cup semi-final against Argentina, despite the Arsenal star insisting he was fit.

Alexei Rojas has joined Penafiel after leaving Arsenal, having rejected the club’s offer of a new contract earlier this summer.

Arsenal have reportedly stepped back from their pursuit of Bruno Guimaraes despite reports the Newcastle midfielder wants to move to London.

Former Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has returned to Spain after completing a permanent move to Deportivo La Coruna.

Declan Rice is expected to start England’s World Cup semi-final against Argentina despite injury and illness concerns.

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.

Wojciech Szczesny says he still feels pain from the freak Arsenal gym accident that left him with two broken arms at 17.

Ona Batlle has joined Arsenal from Barcelona, adding a world-class full-back and raising questions over how the defence now fits.

Niamh Peacock has joined West Ham after leaving Arsenal, with the England youth defender signing her first professional contract.

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

Jurrien Timber is training in Marbella after a groin injury forced him out of the World Cup and disrupted Arsenal’s season run-in.

Illan Meslier has rejected a number one role at Birmingham to join Arsenal, with Kepa Arrizabalaga’s future still open.

Martin Odegaard is a doubt for Norway v England after catching a cold-like virus sweeping through Norway’s World Cup camp.

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

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