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Zubimendi to Arsenal Confirmed for July Move

Martín Zubimendi (Real Sociedad > Arsenal)
Transfer to be announced July 1

Arsenal have completed a €70m transfer for Zubimendi from Real Sociedad, paying €10m above his release clause. The 26-year-old midfielder rejected Real Madrid interest to secure a Premier League switch.
Arsenal and Sociedad signed a preliminary deal, with the announcement delayed at Sociedad’s request for accounting in their next fiscal year. The €70m will be paid in three instalments beginning July.

Marquinhos Leaves Arsenal for Cruzeiro on Permanent Deal

Marquinhos (Arsenal > Cruzeiro)
June 2025

Arsenal winger Marquinhos has completed a permanent move to Cruzeiro after a loan spell. He made just six appearances for Arsenal since joining from São Paulo in 2022.
Despite scoring on his debut in the Europa League, Marquinhos never broke into the Arsenal first team. Cruzeiro made the move permanent after being impressed during his loan stint.

Arsenal Closing in on £5m Deal for Kepa

Kepa Arrizabalaga (Bournemouth)
Ongoing, expected to finalize soon

Arsenal are progressing toward signing Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea by triggering his £5m release clause. He is expected to compete with David Raya for the No. 1 role.
Kepa impressed Arsenal with his commitment and desire to earn a place. He spent last season on loan at Bournemouth; Neto has since returned, freeing the spot

Jorginho Completes Flamengo Move After Arsenal Exit

Jorginho (Flamengo)
June 8, 2025

Flamengo have signed Jorginho on a free transfer after his Arsenal contract expired. The Italian midfielder has penned a three-year deal with the Brazilian giants.
Jorginho is expected to debut at the Club World Cup, possibly facing his former club Chelsea. The move marks a return to South America for the veteran playmaker.

Arsenal Tie Down Gabriel Magalhaes With New Long-Term Deal

Gabriel Magalhaes (Arsenal)
June 7, 2025

Arsenal centre-back Gabriel has signed a new four-year contract extending his stay at the club until 2029. The Brazilian defender joined in 2020 for £27m and has become a core player under Mikel Arteta.
Gabriel has made 210 appearances, scoring 20 goals and forming a solid pairing with William Saliba. Despite missing the final two months of the season due to hamstring surgery, he is expected to be fit for 2025/26.

Arsenal Begin Talks with Partey, Confirm Departures

Thomas Partey, Kieran Tierney, Raheem Sterling, Neto (Arsenal)
June 4, 2025

Arsenal are in talks to extend Partey’s expiring contract; Tierney, Sterling, and Neto will depart at month’s end.
Partey could renew; Tierney returns to Celtic per pre-contract, Sterling and Neto return to parent clubs post-loan.

Barcelona Eye Free Transfer for Partey

Thomas Partey (Arsenal)
May 2025

Barcelona are targeting Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey on a free transfer. The 31-year-old’s contract expires at the end of June and no renewal has been agreed yet.
Barca have already met with Partey’s representatives. New manager Hansi Flick is a strong admirer and sees the Ghanaian as a valuable, low-cost reinforcement for the midfield.

Arsenal Told Sesko Will Cost £75m Upfront

Benjamin Sesko (Arsenal)
Summer 2025 transfer window

Arsenal are targeting 21-year-old striker Benjamin Sesko but must pay £75m upfront to RB Leipzig, with further add-ons likely to raise the total cost of the deal beyond the initial demand.
Leipzig’s sporting director Marcel Schafer informed Arsenal’s Andrea Berta that the club will only accept a fixed sum. Mikel Arteta is prioritizing a No. 9 to lead Arsenal’s attack next season.

Arsenal Close to New Contract Agreement with Gabriel

Gabriel Magalhaes (Arsenal)
June 2025

Arsenal are in advanced talks with centre-back Gabriel over a contract extension, despite his current deal running until 2027. An agreement is reportedly close.
Gabriel played 42 matches this season before a hamstring injury sidelined him for the final 12 games. He is expected to return in time for the 2025/26 campaign.

Zubimendi Set for Arsenal Move After Release Clause Met

Martin Zubimend (Real Sociedad)
May 2025

Arsenal are close to finalizing the signing of Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi after meeting his £51m release clause. A medical will follow once final contractual details are completed.
Despite targeting a striker this window, Arsenal prioritized bolstering midfield options and acted decisively to secure Zubimendi from La Liga after months of interest.

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