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Mika Biereth signing for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm Graz on Twitter)
Mika Biereth signing for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm Graz on Twitter)

Name: Mika Miles Biereth
Born: February 8, 2003 in London, England
Height: 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Nationality: English with Danish descent
Position: Forward

Mika Biereth career

  • Youth Career: Began with Fulham’s academy before joining Arsenal in 2021.
  • Arsenal: Signed a professional contract with Arsenal in July 2021.
  • RKC Waalwijk (Loan): Spent the 2022/23 season on loan at the Dutch club RKC Waalwijk, scoring 2 goals in 12 appearances.
  • SK Sturm Graz (Loan): Currently on loan to the Austrian club SK Sturm Graz. He impressed with a debut goal in their Austrian Cup victory over Austrian Wien and opened his league scoring account in a win over Slovan Bratislava.
  • International: Represents Denmark at the youth level. He made his debut for Denmark U19 in September 2021 and received his first call-up to Denmark U21 in March 2023.

Mika Biereth playing style

  • Physical striker: Biereth is known for his height and strength, making him a presence in the box.
  • Work rate: Described as having a high work rate, pressing opponents, and contributing defensively.
  • Poacher: Reports suggest he has a poacher’s instinct, being in the right place to finish chances.

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GRAZ, AUSTRIA: Mika Biereth of SK Sturm Graz controls the ball in the air during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD2 match between SK Sturm Graz and Club Brugge KV at Worthersee Stadion on October 02, 2024. (Photo by Jurij Kodrun/Getty Images)

9 goal in 14 games: 21yo former Gunner wants “fantastic” Arsenal return

Mika Biereth's strong form at Sturm Graz sparks hopes of a future return to Arsenal. The striker talks about his dreams, success in Austria, and potential comeback.
GRAZ, AUSTRIA: Mika Biereth of SK Sturm Graz runs with the ball under pressure from Joel Ordonez of Club Brugge KV during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD2 match between SK Sturm Graz and Club Brugge KV at Worthersee Stadion on October 02, 2024. (Photo by Jurij Kodrun/Getty Images)

8-goal former Gunner admits Arsenal return would be “fantastic”

Mika Biereth says a future transfer back to Arsenal would be fantastic, after his strong start to the season with Sturm Graz.
GRAZ, AUSTRIA: Mika Biereth of SK Sturm Graz controls the ball in the air during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD2 match between SK Sturm Graz and Club Brugge KV at Worthersee Stadion on October 02, 2024. (Photo by Jurij Kodrun/Getty Images)

21yo former Gunner scores hat-trick against RB Salzburg

Former Arsenal striker Mika Biereth scored a hat-trick against RB Salzburg on Sunday to keep his strong start to the season going.
Mika Biereth celebrates winning the OFB Cup (Photo via Biereth on Instagram)

21yo hotshot striker explains why he left Arsenal

Mika Biereth opens up about his decision to leave Arsenal for Sturm Graz, highlighting limited playing time and the successful loan that made the move an easy choice.
Mika Biereth signing for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm)

Arsenal have sell-on clauses for 3 summer academy exits

Arsenal have sell-on clauses in the contracts of former academy players Mika Biereth, Brooke Norton-Cuffy, and Charlie Patino, according to a report.
Mika Biereth signing for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm)

“I heard you had to leave Arsenal to win trophies” says ex-Gunner after summer...

Ex-Arsenal striker Mika Biereth reveals why he left the Gunners to seek trophy success, ultimately leading him to shine at Sturm Graz. Learn more about his journey.
Mika Biereth signing for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm)

Arsenal confirm £4m striker sale

Arsenal and Sturm Graz have confirmed Mika Biereth's permanent transfer, with the striker signing a four-year deal with the Austrian club.
Mika Biereth celebrating a goal for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm Graz on Twitter)

Arsenal striker seemingly confirms transfer exit

Arsenal striker Mika Biereth has seemingly confirmed his transfer exit to Sturm Graz, posting a farewell to the Gunners on social media.
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.
Lucas Nygaard in training with Arsenal (Photo via Arsenal.com)

New Arsenal signing pictured in pre-season training

Arsenal's first summer signing Lucas Nygaard was pictured in pre-season training on Monday, as the u21s returned from their summer holidays.
Mika Biereth signing for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm Graz on Twitter)

Arsenal will sell 21yo striker confirms sporting director

Sturm Graz sports director confirms Arsenal's willingness to sell striker Mika Biereth after a successful loan spell. Sheffield Wednesday also interested.
Mika Biereth celebrates winning the OFB Cup (Photo via Biereth on Instagram)

Club director confirms talks to sign Arsenal striker

Sturm Graz director Andreas Schicker has confirmed he's in talks with Arsenal and Mika Biereth over a return to the club this summer.
Mika Biereth celebrating a goal for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm Graz on Twitter)

Arsenal striker interest gathering pace

Arsenal striker Mika Biereth is attracting interest from Club Brugge and Sheffield Wednesday after an impressive loan spell at Sturm Graz.
Mika Biereth celebrating a goal for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm Graz on Twitter)

Championship & European clubs compete for Arsenal striker

Sheffield Wednesday are interested in Mika Biereth again this summer, with Sturm Graz set to hold talks on the Arsenal striker this week.
Mika Biereth celebrates winning the OFB Cup (Photo via Biereth on Instagram)

Club director confirms Arsenal meeting to discuss 21yo striker’s transfer

Sturm Graz confirms talks with Arsenal over a permanent deal for striker Mika Biereth after his impressive loan spell.
Mika Biereth celebrates winning the OFB Cup (Photo via Biereth on Instagram)

Arsenal loanee completes impressive double-winning season

Arsenal loanee Mika Biereth helped Sturm Graz to complete a domestic double on Sunday, as they won the Austrian Bundesliga.
Mika Biereth celebrating a goal for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm Graz on Twitter)

Arsenal loanee provides assist in draw to send title race to final day

Arsenal loan striker Mika Biereth provided an assist in Sturm Graz's draw with LASK on Sunday, a result that extends their wait for the Austrian Bundesliga title.

How expanded Euro 2024 squads could affect Arsenal

National teams will be allowed 26-man squads at Euro 2024, giving opportunities to some fringe players to be involved at the event.
Mika Biereth celebrating a goal for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm Graz on Twitter)

Arsenal loanee scores bizarre goal after goalkeeping howler

Arsenal loanee Mika Biereth scored an unusual goal for Sturm Graz on Friday night, pouncing on a huge goalkeeping error.
Mika Biereth celebrating a goal for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm Graz on Twitter)

Arsenal delay striker transfer decision until after planned talks

Mika Biereth shines on loan. Will Arsenal bring him back, sell him, or loan him out again? Decision coming later this year.
Mika Biereth celebrating a goal for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm Graz on Twitter)

8 goals in 12 game striker wants Arsenal place

Mika Biereth, Arsenal's Danish striker on loan, eyes first-team return. Despite loan spells, Arsenal rejected his sale in January. Can Biereth impress Arteta and secure his Premier League dream.
LEIPZIG, GERMANY: Xavi Simons of RB Leipzig reacts during the Bundesliga match between RB Leipzig and Eintracht Frankfurt at Red Bull Arena on January 13, 2024. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Arsenal’s missed Mbappé opportunity

Arsenal's transfer plans take a turn! With Mbappé's move likely, Biereth's loan future uncertain & €100m+ targets in Portugal, will the Gunners spend big or focus on Biereth's return?
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)

Big Arsenal spends, uncertain returns, and departures on the horizon: Transfer roundup

Arsenal's transfer plans in flux! Missed Mbappé domino effect & Biereth loan uncertainty. Will €100m+ Lisbon stars join? Ramsdale's future shaky. Get all the latest Arsenal transfer news & rumours!
Mika Biereth celebrating a goal for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm Graz on Twitter)

Arsenal hold off on striker transfer decision until after planned talks

Arsenal won't make a decision on Mika Biereth until they've held internal talks later this year, according to a report.
Mika Biereth celebrating a goal for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm Graz on Twitter)

Austrian club want to sign Arsenal striker this summer

Sturm Graz want to sign Arsenal striker Mika Biereth this summer, but they're likely to face strong competition, according to a report.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND: Bukayo Saka of England celebrates after scoring the team's fifth goal and his third during the UEFA EURO 2024 qualifying round group C match between England and North Macedonia at Old Trafford on June 19, 2023. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Which Arsenal players will play at Euro 2024?

With the final qualifiers now done, let's take a look at which Arsenal players are likely to be involved at Euro 2024 this summer.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - MARCH 19: Former Footballer Ian Wright looks on as they present on ITV Sport prior to the Emirates FA Cup Quarter Final match between Manchester United and Fulham at Old Trafford on March 19, 2023 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

14-goal Arsenal loanee sought advice from Ian Wright

Young Arsenal striker Mika Biereth has revealed that Ian Wright gives him advice whenever he needs it, including over his recent loan move to Austria.
Mika Biereth celebrating a goal for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm Graz on Twitter)

Arsenal loanee scores 3 goals in 3 days

Arsenal loanee Mika Biereth scored three more goals in the space of three days last week, netting domestically and in Europe.
Mikel Arteta taking first-team training (Photo via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal 21yo names the best players in Gunners training

Arsenal loanee Mika Biereth believes Gabriel Martinelli is the best player he's trained with, but suggests Gabriel Magalhaes is one of the toughest to train against.
Mika Biereth playing for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm Graz on Twitter)

Arsenal loanee admits he wanted permanent January move

Arsenal's Mika Biereth says he was open to a permanent move to Sturm Graz in January, but the Gunners shut down that possibility.
Mika Biereth celebrating a goal for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm Graz on Twitter)

Arsenal loanee striker’s goalscoring form continues

Arsenal's Mika Biereth provided another goal and assist on Sunday to continue his excellent start on loan with Sturm Graz.
Mika Biereth celebrating a goal for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm Graz on Twitter)

Arsenal loanee hits 15 g/a after another clinical finish

Mika Biereth scored for Sturm Graz again on Sunday, meaning he's now netted in all three competitions he's played in for his new loan side.
Mika Biereth celebrating a goal for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm Graz on Twitter)

Club want permanent signing of Arsenal loanee with 14 g/a

Sturm Graz are keen to sign Mika Biereth permanently this summer, even trying to put a purchase clause in his loan deal in January.
Mika Biereth lines up with Sturm Graz (Photo via Biereth on Instagram)

In-form Arsenal loanee to face Lille in European last-16 tie

Arsenal's loanees have learned their Europa Conference League last-16 opponents, with some ties of interest in the Europa League as well.
Mika Biereth celebrates a goal for Sturm Graz against Slovan Bratislava (Photo via Biereth on Instagram)

Arsenal loanee nominated for European Player of the Week award

Mika Biereth has been nominated for the Europa Conference League's Player of the Week award after his goal helped secure Sturm Graz progression to the next round.
Mika Biereth celebrating a goal for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm Graz on Twitter)

Young Arsenal loanee leading Europe in chance creation

Arsenal striker Mika Biereth might be known for his goalscoring, but the youngster is one of Europe's leaders at creating big chances this season.
Mika Biereth celebrating a goal for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm Graz on Twitter)

Arsenal loanee scores fantastic debut goal in quarter-final

Mika Biereth marked his competitive debut for Sturm Graz with a goal against Austria Wien, helping his team into the semi-finals of the OFB Cup.
Mika Biereth playing for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm Graz on Twitter)

Arsenal loanee admits it was ‘easy decision’ to leave former club

Mika Biereth says it was an easy decision to leave Motherwell for Sturm Graz, and he's dreaming of playing for Arsenal in the future.
Mika Biereth playing for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm Graz on Twitter)

Arsenal loanee scores on friendly debut after January move

Mika Biereth scored on his non-competitive debut for Sturm Graz on Thursday, netting in a friendly against SC Dnipro-1.
Mika Biereth signing for Sturm Graz (Photo via Sturm Graz on Twitter)

Arsenal loan striker with 11 goal contributions this season

Arsenal's Mika Biereth has joined Sturm Graz on loan, after being recalled from Scottish Premiership side Motherwell.