Lewis-Skelly stories dismissed
Myles Lewis-Skelly is not going anywhere. Reports linked the left-back with Chelsea and Manchester United, but his representatives have dismissed the claims (1) (2) (7). Arteta is not bothered by the noise either. He actively welcomes his players being linked away (2). Lewis-Skelly scored in the Como friendly, then the speculation continued.
Arsenal 1–1 Como, won on pens
The final pre-season friendly ended 1–1 before Arsenal won 4–3 on penalties on Wednesday (5) (3). David Raya was the shootout hero (5). Bruno Guimaraes converted his penalty on debut (9). Christos Tzolis also delivered (5). Cesc Fabregas returned to the Emirates as Como manager (12).
Galatasaray bid €45m for Martinelli
Galatasaray have submitted a €45 million bid for Gabriel Martinelli (1) (10). The Brazilian is not pushing to leave, per The Athletic (1). If he does go, he expects to move to one of Europe's strongest leagues, not Turkey (1).
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Arteta wants more signings
Arteta confirmed the club is still active. "There is more that we want to do, because every time we have an opportunity to improve the squad and bring more quality and depth, we need to do that" (1) (4) (13). The failed moves for Vinicius Junior and Julian Alvarez have not closed the window on ambition (1) (4).
Konsa talks, Zubimendi gossip
Arsenal hold further talks over Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa (8). Meanwhile, gossip links Martin Zubimendi with a move to Chelsea (10). Napoli are linked with Gabriel Jesus, West Ham want Reiss Nelson, and Ethan Nwaneri is also subject of speculation (1) (11).
Community Shield Sunday
Pre-season is done. Arsenal face Manchester City in the Community Shield on Sunday at 3pm (5). The Premier League opener against Coventry City follows on Friday, August 21.
Fan-reaktioner
Gunners fans are mostly relaxed about the Martinelli bid, treating Galatasaray's €45m offer as nowhere near enough for a player they rate. The mood around Bruno Guimaraes is warm, with supporters sharing his message to the fans. And Fabregas praising Arteta's project went down well, a reminder that the Emirates believes in the long-term build. Galatasaray bid thread
