Arsenal ‘not afraid’ to sign major Barcelona target after £39m transfer precedent set

Arsenal will ‘not be afraid’ of the shorter shelf life Real Sociedad ace Mikel Merino brings after proving experienced players can do wonders for the Premier League side. Merino has been on Arsenal‘s transfer radar for many weeks now, but face extra competition for him off the back of his displays for Spain at Euro 2024. While …

Arsenal and Tottenham in pole position to sign Liverpool target, with new price tag revealed

Arsenal and Tottenham have reportedly stepped up their interest in Turkey star Baris Alper Yilmaz – as Galatasaray name their price for the talented winger. The 24-year-old was one of many players at Euro 2024 to put in statement displays, with Yilmaz causing Liverpool and Netherlands centre-back Virgil van Dijk all sorts of problems with …

‘I’m sorry’ – Riccardo Calafiori to Arsenal transfer announcement hint dropped amid £42m agreement

Leonardo Bonucci has effectively confirmed Riccardo Calafiori is signing for Arsenal after admitting he is sorry to see the player leaving Italy. Calafiori, 22, is closing in on signing for the Gunners after they agreed to a payment structure with Bologna on Saturday. The breakthrough in negotiations comes weeks after finalising personal terms with the player. What percentage Calafiori’s former club …

Arsenal set to hold talks with £25m attacker who Virgil van Dijk called ‘really important’

Arsenal are due to hold talks with the agent of a £25m-rated attacker who starred at Euro 2024. Sporting director Edu Gaspar will be hard at work behind the scenes working on a number of deals to strengthen Mikel Arteta’s ranks. Riccardo Calafiori is thought to be closing in on a move to Arsenal and so …

Arsenal submit ‘improved bid’ for Prem star as Newcastle, Southampton eye neglected Gunner

Arsenal have reportedly submitted an improved bid for Wolves goalkeeper Daniel Bentley as Mikel Arteta searches for an Aaron Ramsdale replacement. The Gunners have already seen a low-ball £50,000 bid rejected by Gary O’Neil’s side and have increased their offer to £300,000. This comes after Arsenal secured the permanent signing of David Raya from Brentford after triggering …

Kevin De Bruyne drops Man City transfer bombshell with ‘agreement’ reached as Arsenal watch on

Kevin De Bruyne looks to have handed Arsenal a potentially major Premier League title boost by making a huge transfer decision. The Belgium international has been playing his football at Etihad Stadium for nearly a decade, but that could come to an end sooner than expected. Over the last few years, De Bruyne has been …

Arsenal confirm latest summer transfer as Mikel Arteta’s squad overhaul continues

Arsenal have confirmed the signing of Tommy Setford from Ajax. The England youth international joins on a long-term deal following the purchase for under £1million Setford has represented England at Under-16s, Under-17s, Under-18s and Under-19s levels while having also been called up to the Under-20s squad. A highly regarded modern goalkeeper, the club have sold the …

Perfect Kobbie Mainoo partner signs and £15m exit – Man United’s dream squad after pre-season

Manchester United will step up their pre-season preparations when they travel to the United States on Wednesday for their pre-season tour. The Reds will play three friendlies during their stay in the US, facing Arsenal, Real Betis and Liverpool. Each outing will help Erik ten Hag’s players prepare for the season opener against Manchester City in the …

Erik ten Hag reveals his plan for Manchester United youngster Amad after star performance

Erik ten Hag has challenged Manchester United youngster Amad to make this season ‘his’ after delivering a strong performance against Rangers in pre-season. Amad started on the right wing against Rangers at Murrayfield Stadium and opened the scoring with a brilliant goal, cutting inside and finding the bottom left corner. The 22-year-old’s goal was the standout …

‘He’s earned it’ – Erik ten Hag praises hidden gem in Manchester United pre-season squad

Erik ten Hag believes Manchester United youngster Toby Collyer has ‘earned’ his opportunity to get first-team minutes. Collyer was given the captain’s armband in the second half of the opening pre-season clash against Rosenborg and he started against Rangers this weekend. The midfielder started alongside Casemiro and Mason Mount and is set to be included …