Arsenal careers may end, but the stories do not. Many former Gunners remain in the spotlight, whether moving to new clubs, stepping into coaching, or taking different paths beyond football.
Our Ex-Arsenal page keeps track of where they are now, bringing you the latest news and updates on those who once wore the red and white. After all, once a Gunner, always a Gunner…
Former Gunner to terminate AC Milan contract by mutual consent
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.
Former Gunner returns to childhood club on 1yr+ deal
Francis Coquelin has returned to childhood club Stade Lavallois 18 years after leaving their academy for Arsenal.
Former Gunner buys boyhood club
Lukas Podolski has become majority owner of Gornik Zabrze after retiring at the Polish club he calls his boyhood side.
Cazorla: Arsenal is my home, the door is open for return
Santi Cazorla has retired from football after repeatedly saying he would welcome a return to Arsenal in a coaching role.
Former Arsenal star signs for Brighton
Lia Walti has returned to the WSL with Brighton, one year after leaving Arsenal for Juventus following seven years in north London.
Arteta sends emotional message to retiring former Gunner
Mikel Arteta has sent a touching message to Santi Cazorla following the former Gunners’ decision to retire from professional football.
Former Gunner sent off in World Cup win
Folarin Balogun made sure to stay in the headlines with his performance for the USA on Wednesday night, scoring a goal and receiving a red card.
Ex Arsenal coach to join Coventry ahead of Premier League opener
Arsenal could face a familiar figure on opening night, with former goalkeeping coach Sal Bibbo set to join Coventry City.
Chelsea former Arsenal bid branded ‘insulting’
Sunderland have blasted Chelsea for a disrespectful and insulting £8m bid for Granit Xhaka, telling the London club the former Arsenal midfielder isn’t for sale at any price.
Former Gunner pushes to join Chelsea this summer
Former Gunner Granit Xhaka wants to join Chelsea this summer, with Sunderland’s desire to keep him seemingly the only thing likely to scupper a transfer.
Ex-Gunner in advanced talks for vacant managerial position
Aaron Ramsey is in advanced talks with Oxford United as the former Arsenal midfielder prepares to begin his managerial career.
23yo former Arsenal youngster signs for Carlisle United
Former Arsenal midfielder Miguel Azeez has joined Carlisle United from Morecambe on a two-year deal for an undisclosed fee.
39yo ex-Gunner signs contract extension
Olivier Giroud has signed a one-year Lille extension at 39, extending a career that included 105 Arsenal goals and major honours.
Ex-Gunner wanted by Crystal Palace new manager
Ainsley Maitland-Niles is reportedly wanted by Crystal Palace, with Pierre Sage keen on a reunion after working with him at Lyon.
Ex-Gunner to leave 1st managerial role after just 8 games
Ashley Cole is set to leave Cesena after just eight games, with the Serie B club unlikely to extend his short-term contract.