Eberechi Eze (Crystal Palace)
August 2025
Arsenal and Tottenham are locked in a high-stakes race to sign Eze, with Spurs accelerating their pursuit following James Maddison’s season-ending ACL injury. Former Arsenal defender Lee Dixon believes Eze could be the key to the Gunners’ title push but warned he may favour Spurs, who see him as Maddison’s ideal replacement.
Oleksandr Zinchenko (Arsenal)
August 2025
Porto, Fenerbahce, and Real Betis are monitoring Zinchenko, who has fallen out of favour under Mikel Arteta. With one year left on his contract, he may run it down; Myles Lewis-Skelly’s breakout has pushed him down the left-back pecking order.
Eberechi Eze (Crystal Palace)
August 2025
Micah Richards has backed Arsenal to sign Eberechi Eze and suggested that Gabriel Martinelli should be used off the bench, calling him more of an impact option than a starter. Speaking on The Rest Is Football podcast, Richards praised Eze’s creativity and expressed doubt over whether new striker Viktor Gyokeres can deliver consistently at Premier League level.
Jakub Kiwior (Arsenal)
August 2025
C Porto have ended their pursuit of Jakub Kiwior after being deterred by Arsenal’s €30 million valuation. The Portuguese side instead signed Jan Bednarek from Southampton for £6.5m. Despite Mikel Arteta’s desire to keep Kiwior, the defender is open to a move for more playing time. While a Serie A switch remains a possibility, he stays part of Arsenal’s squad for now.
Jeremy Jacquet (Stade Rennais)
August 2025
Arsenal’s bid for Stade Rennais defender Jeremy Jacquet has been turned down, with the 20-year-old opting to remain in Ligue 1 despite Gunners’ interest. Jacquet impressed during a loan at Clermont Foot and was offered a long-term deal by Rennes. Arsenal, who recently signed Cristhian Mosquera, must now look elsewhere for defensive reinforcements.
Jakub Kiwior (Arsenal)
August 2025
Jakub Kiwior is considering a move away from Arsenal due to limited game time prospects this season. The 25-year-old centre-back is seeking more consistent starts and could depart before the window closes. Kiwior made 30 appearances last season, filling in for Gabriel, but new signing Cristhian Mosquera has increased competition. Despite Arteta’s desire to keep him, interest remains strong and the final decision rests with the player.
Eberechi Eze (Crystal Palace)
July 2025
Arsenal are in talks to sign Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze, whose £67.5m release clause expires before the season begins. Eze is pushing for the move and has prioritised Arsenal over other clubs.
Palace want £35m up front with £7.5m in add-ons. QPR will receive 20% of any deal due to a previous sell-on clause. Arsenal met Eze’s agents last month and have started negotiations with Palace.
William Saliba (Arsenal)
July 2025
Arsenal defender William Saliba has revealed “hopefully” he’ll sign a contract extension. With two years left on his deal, he confirmed positive discussions with the club are ongoing.
After Arsenal’s 3-2 win over Newcastle, Saliba confirmed his agent is in talks with the club. He remains hopeful of staying long-term, following Gabriel’s earlier extension.
Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal)
July 2025
Arsenal have completed the signing of striker Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting CP in a deal worth £55m plus £8.5m in add-ons. The Swedish forward arrives on a five-year deal to bolster Mikel Arteta’s attacking options this coming season.
Arsenal targeted several forwards, including Sesko, before settling on Gyökeres. He joins a growing list of signings this window and is expected to lead the line. The Gunners see his physicality and scoring instinct as ideal to elevate their title and European campaigns.
Cristhian Mosquera (Valencia > Arsenal)
July 2025
Arsenal have signed 21-year-old centre-back Cristhian Mosquera from Valencia for at least £13m. The Spanish defender signed a five-year deal and joined the squad in Singapore after completing his medical in London.
The fee could rise via performance add-ons. Valencia confirmed Mosquera refused to renew, insisting on joining Arsenal exclusively. Mosquera called it an unmissable opportunity and praised Arsenal’s size and heritage after arriving with his family.
