Newcastle fear losing Guimaraes, Arsenal preparing second bid
Newcastle are worried they may be powerless to stop Bruno Guimaraes joining Arsenal (1). Your club has already had one offer rejected and is now preparing an improved bid (7). There is no release clause in his contract, so any deal requires direct negotiation with Newcastle (4). The midfielder is a top target, but Newcastle are not surrendering quietly, they are readying a bumper new contract offer to try to keep him (6). Manchester United have also entered the race, which complicates things (8).
Barcola pursuit intensifying this week
Arsenal sent scouts to watch Bradley Barcola and are expected to step up their interest this week (9). The PSG winger is a Champions League winner and exactly the kind of left-sided attacker Mikel Arteta wants (5). Sources have encouraged Arsenal to make a formal offer (5). He will not come cheap, but the intent is real.
Trossard to Besiktas for €20m
Arsenal have agreed to sell Leandro Trossard to Besiktas for €20 million (2). The Belgian departs after three seasons as a reliable squad player. His exit frees up both funds and a spot in the attack, Barcola is the name most closely linked to filling it (2).
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Saka on England bench, Tuchel managing his minutes
Bukayo Saka was named on the bench for England against DR Congo on Thursday, with Thomas Tuchel cautious about his fitness (12). "He seems to be more and more ready and will hopefully push," Tuchel said. "He's a top player, that's why he's with us, and he will get his minutes" (12). England progressed from the group and Saka is being eased back, no panic, just careful management.
Meslier on the radar as free-agent keeper option
Arsenal have made enquiries about Illan Meslier after his release from Leeds United (10) (11). With Kepa Arrizabalaga's future uncertain, the Frenchman is a low-risk free transfer option to back up David Raya (11).
Young Gunner McCarron signs
Northern Ireland teenager Daniel McCarron has officially completed his move to Arsenal from Dungannon Swifts (3). He joins the club's 2026/27 scholarship intake. One for the academy pipeline.
Fan-reaktioner
The subreddit is split between transfer excitement and World Cup pride. A post about Pascal De Maesschalck's appointment as academy director drew attention, Arsenal have reportedly agreed terms with the Strasbourg man to replace Per Mertesacker. Meanwhile, Trossard's assist for Belgium's late equaliser against Senegal had fans buzzing, with one Gooner catching him live in Seattle. The BBC's segment on Arsenal's impact on the England squad also got a nod of appreciation. See the De Maesschalck thread
