Timber reveals why he missed the World Cup
Jurriën Timber couldn't even train properly. The Arsenal defender has opened up about his withdrawal from the Netherlands squad, and the picture is bleak: "I couldn't even train at maximum," Timber said (1). He's been watching from the sidelines while his brother Quinten plays, clinging to that connection: "Through him it feels like I'm there" (4). No timeline on his return yet.
Barcola battle: Liverpool vs Arsenal for the PSG winger
Arsenal and Liverpool are both in for Bradley Barcola this summer (3). The PSG winger is the left-sided reinforcement your team needs, and this one looks like a straight fight between the two Premier League rivals. No fee or structure has been reported yet.
Guimaraes clause, £60m and yours?
Bruno Guimaraes might have a release clause. The Newcastle midfielder, long on Arsenal's radar, could be available at £60m this summer (5). If the clause is real and active, that number in this market is not a deterrent.
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Greek journalist tips Arsenal to land the nation's best
A deal for Greece's best player is close, according to journalist Giannis Chorianopoulos (6). The player's name is not yet public, but the reporter is confident Arsenal will get it done.
Backroom exit: Tom Allen leaves
Arsenal's head of sports science and performance, Tom Allen, is departing the club (2). Allen has been a key figure in the backroom setup. No replacement named yet.
Fan reactions
The pre-season friendly against Como 1907 on August 12 is drawing attention, with supporters noting it's another solid test ahead of 2026/27. Meanwhile, Gyokeres has been talking about facing France, and fans dug up an old remark, he once said Saliba was the teammate he least wanted to face. The Bouaddi saga is bubbling too, with some on r/Gunners uneasy about the competition from Real Madrid, Barcelona, and Liverpool at that €80m valuation.
