Kiwior sold to Porto
Done deal. Jakub Kiwior has been sold to FC Porto (2). He was never dislodging Gabriel or William Saliba, and with Piero Hincapie in the squad his path was blocked. The fee gives you something to reinvest this summer.
Guimaraes pursuit: Newcastle want £80m
Arsenal offered £55m for Bruno Guimaraes. Newcastle sources called it "an insult" and want at least £80m (6). The good news: Guimaraes reportedly has concerns about Newcastle's direction, which helps your case (9). The midfielder is also being linked again in Friday's gossip round-up alongside Ezri Konsa (15).
Arsenal withdraw from Monga race, City pounce
Arsenal walked away from the Jeremy Monga deal. The club felt Leicester's valuation was too high for the 16-year-old winger. Manchester City are now closing in, with a deal worth around £10m (1). Enzo Maresca is driving the push for City.
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Trossard's Besiktas move: fee agreed, wages a problem
Besiktas have agreed a deal with Arsenal for Leandro Trossard, but the Belgian is stalling (5). The Turkish club reportedly finds his wage demands excessive (12). He has one year left on his contract.
Atletico lead Hjulmand race
Atletico Madrid are ahead of Arsenal for Sporting CP midfielder Morten Hjulmand (7). A lack of urgency from your side could cost you a long-term target.
Tillman: 'I would love to play for Arsenal'
Malik Tillman went public on Thursday. "If there was one club I would love to play for, it's Arsenal," the USA international said. "The way they play, they have a great coach, a great system, I think I would fit in" (13). He impressed at the World Cup.
Barcola might prefer Arsenal over Liverpool
Bradley Barcola could favor a move to Arsenal rather than Liverpool (14). One to watch as the window heats up.
Nduka targeted by Manchester City
City are trying to sign Arsenal youngster Mishel Nduka a year after he joined (8). His contract has expired, leaving you vulnerable to a rival poach.
Rice: injured at World Cup but insists he'll be fit
Declan Rice came off in stoppage time against Congo DR in "terrible pain." Thomas Tuchel said Rice told him he could keep going for the team but couldn't take it anymore. Rice says it's not an issue and he will recover for England's round of 16 match against Mexico on Sunday (4) (11). Alan Shearer, meanwhile, has suggested Rice could play right back for England to add quality in wide areas (11).
Havertz apologises after Germany exit
Germany are out. Kai Havertz did not hold back: "I'm speechless. My second World Cup, and we've messed up for the second time. The last few tournaments were a disaster. The only thing I can say is I'm sorry" (4). All 15 Arsenal players made it through the group stage, but Germany were the first to fall.
Arsenal Women: Nighswonger returns, two attackers eyed
Jenna Nighswonger is back at Arsenal following the end of her Aston Villa loan (3). The club are also closing in on attackers Selina Cerci and Lisa Baum for the 2026-27 season.
Madueke on the Arsenal standard
Noni Madueke summed up life at your club: "Playing for Arsenal and England, you don't really need anyone else to keep you at the highest level, you know that's a requirement" (10). No passengers.
Fan reactions
Fans are split on the Monga situation. Some see it as sensible business not overpaying for a 16-year-old, others are frustrated that City, led by former coach Enzo Maresca, are once again beating Arsenal to a target. The Rice injury news has supporters nervous ahead of England's knockouts. Read more on r/Gunners
