Viktor Gyokeres (Sporting Lisbon)
July 2025
Arsenal and Sporting Lisbon agreed on a £55m fixed fee for striker Viktor Gyokeres. They are now finalizing £8.5m in add-ons ahead of his expected participation in the club’s Asia pre-season tour.
After weeks of interest, Arsenal settled on terms with Sporting but need to conclude the structure of bonus payments. Gyokeres could join the squad before departure if the paperwork is completed in time.
Reiss Nelson (Arsenal)
July 2025
Fulham are in discussions with Arsenal over a second loan move for Reiss Nelson. The winger missed most of last season due to injury and has two years left on his Arsenal contract.
Nelson spent last season at Fulham before a hamstring injury cut his campaign short. Arsenal are open to talks but may prefer a deal that includes a permanent option this time.
Reiss Nelson (Arsenal)
July 2025
Fulham have approached Arsenal about signing Reiss Nelson, exploring a potential loan deal after his previous loan stint was disrupted by injury. Nelson has two years left on his current contract with the Gunners.
Arsenal may push for a permanent clause to be included in any new loan. Fulham remain interested despite his injury-hit 2024 campaign and view him as a versatile attacking reinforcement.
Cristhian Mosquera (Valencia > Arsenal)
July 2025
Arsenal have agreed a deal to sign Cristhian Mosquera for £13m plus add-ons. The 21-year-old defender has confirmed his departure from Valencia and will undergo a medical before finalising the move.
Mosquera called Valencia “home” in his farewell but is excited for a “new era.” Arsenal secured personal terms earlier and plan to include him in their pre-season Asia tour this weekend.
Viktor Gyokeres (Sporting CP)
July 2025
Arsenal are nearing completion of a deal to sign Sporting striker Viktor Gyokeres. A five-year contract is in place, with a fixed fee of £55m agreed and add-on negotiations still ongoing.
Progress was made after Gyokeres’ agent waived a commission fee, easing Arsenal’s guaranteed payment. The Swedish international wants the move, and personal terms are settled. Sporting are still holding out for £8.6m in bonuses.
Viktor Gyokeres (Sporting CP)
July 2025
Sporting striker Viktor Gyokeres will face disciplinary action after skipping pre-season training, as Arsenal remain locked in talks over a potential £69m transfer for the Swedish international.
Sporting president Frederico Varandas criticised the pressure tactics, insisting Gyokeres won’t leave below full value. He warned the player faces fines and risks complicating his own exit by defying the club.
Noni Madueke (Chelsea > Arsenal)
July 2025
Arsenal have agreed a deal exceeding £50m to sign winger Noni Madueke from Chelsea. The 22-year-old has already agreed to a five-year contract and is set to complete his move soon.
Chelsea accepted Arsenal’s offer after strengthening heavily in attack with Joao Pedro, Liam Delap, and Jamie Gittens. Madueke, signed from PSV in 2023, moves on after limited opportunities at Stamford Bridge.
Christian Norgaard (Brentford > Arsenal)
July 2025
Arsenal have confirmed the signing of Brentford captain Christian Norgaard for a total package of £15 million. He has signed a two-year deal with the option of a third.
Arsenal will pay £10m up front and £5m in add-ons. Norgaard becomes Arteta’s third summer signing, adding experience and defensive steel to the midfield alongside new recruits Zubimendi and Kepa.
Cristhian Mosquera (Valencia)
July 2025
Arsenal are still keen on Valencia centre-back Cristhian Mosquera, who has just one year left on his contract. Valencia want €25m, but Arsenal’s initial €15m bid was rejected.
Mosquera has not signed a contract extension and reportedly prefers a move to Arsenal. The Gunners are expected to return with an improved offer as they look to reinforce their backline.
Martín Zubimendi (Real Sociedad > Arsenal)
July 2025
Arsenal have completed the £51m signing of Spain midfielder Martín Zubimendi from Real Sociedad, activating his release clause.
A pre-agreement was reached in March, giving Arsenal the edge over Real Madrid and Liverpool. Zubimendi impressed at Euro 2024 and joins former teammate Mikel Merino at the Emirates.
