Title defence starts tonight at the Emirates
Champions Arsenal kick off the 2026/27 Premier League season at home to promoted Coventry City on Friday (6) (8). Frank Lampard brings his side to the Emirates with Tzolis and Gustavo Hamer among the names to watch (6). Arsenal lifted the Community Shield over Manchester City 3–0 before this, with Calafiori, Havertz and Odegaard scoring (6).
Arteta: 100 per cent confident Lewis-Skelly stays
Mikel Arteta has shut down talk of Myles Lewis-Skelly joining Manchester United. "100 per cent", Arteta said, confirming the homegrown left-back will not be sold (1). United had been linked with a move, but Arteta's answer leaves no room for doubt (1).
Alvarez deal agreed, then he said no
Atletico Madrid agreed to sell Julian Alvarez to Arsenal, but the striker blocked the move. He wants Barcelona (5) (9). Reports say Barcelona could use Viktor Gyokeres in a deal that would send Alvarez the other way (5). For now, your striker search continues.
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Guimaraes a doubt for the opener
Bruno Guimaraes faces a race to be fit for Friday. Arteta gave a worrying update on the midfielder ahead of the Coventry clash (4). No confirmation yet on whether he makes the squad.
Jesus wanted by Atletico, Napoli, and two PL clubs
Gabriel Jesus is in the final year of his contract and clubs are circling. Atletico Madrid and Napoli are interested, and Arsenal will only accept offers of at least €20m (2). Two Premier League clubs are also keen, according to Sky Sports (11).
Nwaneri heading out on loan again
Ethan Nwaneri looks set for another loan after a poor spell at Marseille. Milan, RB Leipzig, Dortmund and Fulham are all interested (10). He may miss the opener as the move sorts itself out (10).
Fan-reaktioner
Gunners fans are sceptical about the Jesus links, with many doubting a permanent move to Everton or Ipswich is realistic. The bigger topic is Alvarez, where a Barcelona tier-2 report claiming Gyokeres could be involved has fans watching closely. See the full discussion
