Tag: Fabrizio Romano

Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates scoring a goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)

No Arsenal offer for Mikel Merino, focus shifting

Arsenal is reportedly in talks with PSG over a potential loan deal for Fabian Ruiz after encountering difficulties in securing Mikel Merino's signature.
ISERLOHN, GERMANY - JUNE 23: Riccardo Calafiori of Italy looks on during a Italy training session at Hemberg-Stadion on June 23, 2024 in Iserlohn, Germany. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images for FIGC)

New Arsenal signing is 3rd most expensive Italian in Premier League history

Arsenal's signing of Riccardo Calafiori makes him the third most expensive Italian player in Premier League history, highlighting the league's growing appeal to Italian footballers.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 24: Jakub Kiwior of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Newcastle United at Emirates Stadium on February 24, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal 24yo considering Inter Milan offer

Arsenal's Jakub Kiwior is linked with a move to Inter Milan, but reports are contradictory
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 29: Reiss Nelson of Arsenal looks on during the UEFA Champions League match between Arsenal FC and RC Lens at Emirates Stadium on November 29, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Arsenal and Leicester open £15m winger talks

Arsenal is in talks over Reiss Nelson joining Leicester City on loan with an obligation to buy. The deal could see Nelson reunite with former England U19s coach Steve Cooper.
Real Sociedad's Mikel Merino celebrates scoring a goal during the UEFA Champions League last 16 second leg football match between Real Sociedad and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on March 5, 2024. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal leads race for Mikel Merino as Atletico Madrid struggles to keep up

Arsenal targets Spanish midfielder Mikel Merino as midfield reinforcement. Atletico Madrid also shows interest, but Gunners lead the race for the European champion.
Tommy Setford playing for the England youth teams (Photo via Setford on Instagram)

Next Arsenal signing expected to be confirmed today

Arsenal is set to officially announce the signing of 18-year-old goalkeeper Tommy Setford from Ajax on a four-year contract.
Tommy Setford training with the England youth teams (Photo via Setford on Instagram)

Arsenal hope to announce 3rd summer signing this week

Only the paperwork remains to complete Tommy Setford's transfer from Ajax to Arsenal, with the Gunners reportedly hoping to announce the move this week.
Tommy Setford playing for the England youth teams (Photo via Setford on Instagram)

Medical scheduled for Arsenal’s 3rd summer signing

Tommy Setford will undergo a medical at Arsenal early this week, with the expectation he'll sign a four-year deal with an option to extend by a further 12 months.
Tommy Setford training with the England youth teams (Photo via Setford on Instagram)

Arsenal make first offer for Ajax teenager

Arsenal have made their first bid to Ajax for 18-year-old Tommy Setford, with negotiations ongoing for the England u20 goalkeeper.
SHEFFIELD, ENGLAND - MARCH 04: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, looks on prior to the Premier League match between Sheffield United and Arsenal FC at Bramall Lane on March 04, 2024 in Sheffield, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Arsenal could still make summer striker signing

Arsenal could still make a move for a striker this summer, it just depends on the right opportunity, according to a report.
Monaco's Youssouf Fofana (R) celebrates with teammates after scoring his team's first goal during the French L1 football match between AS Monaco and Lille (LOSC) at the Louis II Stadium (Stade Louis II) in the Principality of Monaco on April 24, 2024. (Photo by VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images)

AC Milan agree terms with Arsenal-linked midfielder

Youssouf Fofana looks to be leaving AS Monaco for AC Milan, with links to Arsenal fading and new reports playing them down.
Italy's Jorginho and Riccardo Calafiori celebrate after winning the UEFA Euro 2024 Group B football match between Italy and Albania at the BVB Stadion in Dortmund on June 15, 2024. (Photo by FRANCK FIFE / AFP)

Agent attempts to bridge Arsenal-Bologna gap on €50m deal

Talks between Arsenal and Bologna for Riccardo Calafiori are still ongoing, with the two clubs disagreeing over the fee and its structure.
Arsenal's Polish defender #15 Jakub Kiwior celebrates at the end of during the English Premier League football match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, on April 28, 2024. Arsenal wins 3 - 2 against Tottenham Hotspur. (Photo by BEN STANSALL/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal open to offers for 24yo but only for guaranteed fee

Jakub Kiwior could leave Arsenal for a good offer this summer, possibly even on loan, but only with an obligation to buy at the end of the season.
ISERLOHN, GERMANY: Riccardo Calafiori of Italy arrives at the training ground at Hemberg-Stadion on June 23, 2024. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images for FIGC)

Arsenal and Chelsea transfer target makes his preference clear

Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori wants to join Arsenal despite strong interest from Chelsea, according to a report.
Chido Obi-Martin shoots for the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal make improved contract offer to star talent and set deadline

Arsenal have made an improved offer to academy striker Chido Martin Obi, with a reported deadline for a decision early next week.
Mika Biereth celebrates winning the OFB Cup (Photo via Biereth on Instagram)

Austrian side to sign Arsenal loanee permanently for club-record fee

Arsenal striker Mika Biereth is set to join Sturm Graz on a permanent deal, with the Austrian side paying a club-record fee and including a sell-on clause.
COLOGNE, GERMANY - JUNE 30: Nico Williams of Spain during the UEFA EURO 2024 round of 16 match between Spain and Georgia at Cologne Stadium on June 30, 2024 in Cologne, Germany. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

Chelsea offer €58m Arsenal target €15m a season wages

Arsenal's pursuit of Spanish winger Nico Williams has taken a dramatic turn as Chelsea enter the fray with a staggering €15 million-a-season salary offer. The Gunners, who have long admired the 21-year-old, now face stiff competition from their London rivals for the Euro 2024 star's signature.
Ryan McAidoo playing for the England u17s (Photo via McAidoo on Instagram)

Arsenal’s ‘best proposal’ undercut as late Manchester City move seals deal

Arsenal lose out on Chelsea wonderkid Ryan McAidoo to Manchester City despite offering the "best proposal." Guardiola's team hijacks the deal, leaving the Gunners frustrated.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Eddie Nketiah of Arsenal celebrates after scoring the team's third and his hat-trick goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Sheffield United at Emirates Stadium on October 28, 2023. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Arsenal won’t sell Nketiah cheap but £50m claims played down

Claims that Eddie Nketiah will cost £50m this summer have been played down, but Arsenal are expected to demand a high price for the striker.
Spain's forward #12 Nico Williams gestures during the Qatar 2022 World Cup round of 16 football match between Morocco and Spain at the Education City Stadium in Al-Rayyan, west of Doha on December 6, 2022. (Photo by Kirill KUDRYAVTSEV / AFP) (Photo by KIRILL KUDRYAVTSEV/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal boost as Chelsea withdraw from transfer race

Arsenal have received a boost in their pursuit of Athletic Club's Nico Williams, with Chelsea opting against the signing.
Sporting Lisbon's Swedish forward #09 Viktor Gyokeres reacts during the UEFA Europa League last 32 second leg football match between Sporting CP and BSC Young Boys at the Jose Alvalade stadium in Lisbon on February 22, 2024. (Photo by PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA/AFP via Getty Images)

Latest on Arsenal pursuit of striker they contacted 2 months ago

Arsenal links to Sporting CP's Viktor Gyokeres have been played down, but the Gunners did make contact with the striker towards the end of the 2023/24 campaign.
MUNICH, GERMANY: Kieran Tierney of Scotland passes the ball whilst under pressure from Leroy Sane of Germany during the UEFA EURO 2024 group stage match between Germany and Scotland at Munich Football Arena on June 14, 2024. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Arsenal 27yo could leave this summer on loan

Kieran Tierney could end up leaving Arsenal on another loan this summer, despite both player and club preferring a permanent transfer.
Karl Hein holds the ball after a save for Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal on Twitter)

Arsenal finally convince contract holdout to sign new deal

Arsenal's Karl Hein is set to sign a new contract with the club, before likely heading out on loan next season, according to reports.
FROSINONE, ITALY - APRIL 07: Joshua Zirkzee of Bologna FC looks on during the Serie A TIM match between Frosinone Calcio and Bologna FC - Serie A TIM at Stadio Benito Stirpe on April 07, 2024 in Frosinone, Italy.(Photo by Giuseppe Bellini/Getty Images)

Agent wants €15m fee for Arsenal 23yo forward target

Arsenal's interest in Bologna striker Joshua Zirkzee has reportedly cooled, leaving the Gunners to explore alternative targets.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 12: David Raya of Arsenal makes the match-winning save from the fourth penalty from Galeno of FC Porto (not pictured) in the penalty shoot out during the UEFA Champions League 2023/24 round of 16 second leg match between Arsenal FC and FC Porto at Emirates Stadium on March 12, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Arsenal £27m deal imminent

Arsenal are expected to complete the formal steps to activate David Raya's purchase option in the coming days, according to a report.
Monaco's Youssouf Fofana (L) fights for the ball with Metz's Danley Jean Jacques (R) during the French L1 football match between AS Monaco and FC Metz at the Louis II Stadium (Stade Louis II) in the Principality of Monaco on October 22, 2023. (Photo by VALERY HACHE/AFP via Getty Images)

25yo midfielder to leave AS Monaco amid Arsenal talks

Youssouf Fofana will leave AS Monaco this summer, with Arsenal showing an interest in the French midfielder.
BARCELONA, SPAIN: Mikayil Faye of FC Barcelona looks on prior to the LaLiga EA Sports match between FC Barcelona and UD Las Palmas at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on March 30, 2024. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Arsenal 19yo Barcelona target considering transfer

Arsenal aren't yet close to the signing of Mikayil Faye from Barcelona, but the player is thinking about leaving, according to reports.
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 19: Amadou Onana of Everton celebrates scoring his team's first goal with teammate James Tarkowski during the Premier League match between Everton FC and Crystal Palace at Goodison Park on February 19, 2024 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images)

Arsenal in contact with Everton player’s camp

Arsenal have been in contact with Amadou Onana's camp with regards to a potential summer move, but they're yet to make an approach to Everton.
LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 11:Jakub Kiwior of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Burnley FC at Emirates Stadium on November 11, 2023 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

AC Milan move for Arsenal 24yo faces delay

AC Milan appreciate Jakub Kiwior, but the club are yet to make a move for the Arsenal defender as they prioritise other positions.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Fabio Vieira of Arsenal leaves the pitch after being shown a red card during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Burnley FC at Emirates Stadium on November 11, 2023. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

Arsenal could sell midfielder after just 2 seasons

Fabio Vieira has a chance to leave Arsenal this summer, but only if the Gunners receive a good offer for his services, according to a report.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 21: Thomas Partey of Arsenal in action during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Arsenal FC at Selhurst Park on August 21, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Arsenal starting midfielder to leave this summer

Midfielder Thomas Partey will leave Arsenal this summer, according to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano.
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND: João Neves of SL Benfica is seen during the UEFA Europa League 2023/24 round of 16 second leg match between Rangers FC and SL Benfica at Ibrox Stadium on March 14, 2024. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Arsenal scout Manchester United target multiple times

Arsenal have sent scouts to watch Joao Neves on multiple occasions recently, but he'll be a costly signing this summer.
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - JANUARY 13: Alexander Isak of Newcastle United celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Manchester City at St. James Park on January 13, 2024 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

Arsenal move for Newcastle star now unlikely

New reports continue to suggest that an Arsenal move for Alexander Isak is unlikely this summer, with Newcastle United looking to keep him.
WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 16: Pedro Neto of Wolverhampton during the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Liverpool FC at Molineux on September 16, 2023 in Wolverhampton, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)

Club set Arsenal-linked winger’s asking price at £60m

Wolverhampton Wanderers want £60m for Arsenal-linked Pedro Neto this summer, with nothing imminent on the transfer front just yet.
LONDON, ENGLAND: David Raya of Arsenal celebrates his team's first goal, an own-goal scored by Sven Botman of Newcastle United (not pictured), during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Newcastle United at Emirates Stadium on February 24, 2024. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Arsenal 28yo speaks out as club prepare to activate contract option

David Raya insists he wants to stay at Arsenal, with reports suggesting the Gunners have already decided to activate his purchase clause.
LONDON, ENGLAND: Gabriel Jesus of Arsenal during the UEFA Champions League match between Arsenal FC and RC Lens at Emirates Stadium on November 29, 2023. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Saudi Arabian clubs interested in Arsenal pair but no talks yet

Saudi Arabian clubs are interested in Gabriel Jesus, but neither he nor Thomas Partey are currently in negotiations to move to the country.
VERONA, ITALY - OCTOBER 30: Wojciech Szczesny of Juventus greet his fans during the Serie A match between Hellas and Juventus at Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi on October 30, 2021 in Verona, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Report: Arsenal guaranteed to sign a goalkeeper this summer

Arsenal are guaranteed to sign a goalkeeper this summer as a backup to David Raya, according to a report.
DORTMUND, GERMANY - AUGUST 06: Jorrel Hato of Ajax Amsterdam runs with the ball during the Pre-Season friendly match between Borussia Dortmund and AFC Ajax Amsterdam at Signal Iduna Park on August 06, 2023 in Dortmund, Germany. (Photo by Christof Koepsel/Getty Images)

Arsenal put talented 18yo high on their list of transfer priorities

Arsenal remain keen and interested in Jorrel Hato, and they may try again for him this summer despite his Ajax contract extension.
Chido Obi-Martin (2nd R) with the Arsenal u18s (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal remain in contract extension talks with 32-goal youngster

Arsenal remain in contract talks with Chido Martin Obi, with the striker adding to his record-breaking goal tally against Chelsea on Saturday.
Ajax's Jorrel Hato (C) celebrates with team mates after scoring a goal during the Dutch Eredivisie football match between Ajax Amsterdam and Vitesse Arhem at the Johan-Cruijff ArenA on November 25, 2023 in Amsterdam. (Photo by OLAF KRAAK/ANP/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal believe they’re favourites to sign Ajax wonderkid

Arsenal are still pushing for Jorrel Hato and believe they're the favourites to sign him, despite the defender's new contract with Ajax.