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Daily Mirror
15-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Arsenal transfers: Bayern Munich give up on Leandro Trossard and eye team-mate instead
Arsenal have been extremely active in the summer transfer window but outgoings are also on the cards and Bayern Munich have now set their sights on a second Gunners star Bayern Munich could turn their attention to Gabriel Martinelli with the chances of a deal to bring his Arsenal team-mate, Leandro Trossard, to Germany now looking slim. The German giants are among the clubs who have been linked with Trossard, 30, in recent weeks with the Belgium international now in the final year of his contract at The Emirates. But it has now emerged that such a move is unlikely, with Trossard said to be in the sights of Fenerbahce. Bayern remain in the market for a new wide forward, though, and it has now been claimed another Arsenal player has emerged as a target in Martinelli. The Athletic claim that the Brazil international, 24, is once again of interest to Bayern as his current club search for a new left winger. Martinelli currently has two years remaining on his current deal and there have been suggestions that Arsenal may need to sanction a big-money sale to offset their own planned spending spree. The Gunners are pursuing a £70million deal for Viktor Gyokeres with a £50m swoop for Noni Madueke also close to completion. Those deals, plus a proposed swoop for Valencia's Cristhian Mosquera, would see their spending break the £200m barrier. And with Crystal Palace 's Eberechi Eze also of interest, outgoings are likely, even if Arsenal are unlikely to actually want to sell a player of Martinelli's calibre. Bayern also hold an interest in Luis Diaz of Liverpool, who have already rejected a £58m bid from the German champions for their winger. Said offer was both received and rebuffed on Tuesday, with Liverpool having no interest in selling Diaz. However, the Colombia international is understood to have made it clear that he would like to leave Anfield this summer. Diaz was heavily linked with Barcelona earlier as well as Bayern earlier in the summer. They have since tried - and failed - in a bid to land Nico Williams from Athletic Club. Bayern are short in the left wing position following the departure of Leroy Sane, who signed for Galatasaray earlier this summer.
Metro
15-07-2025
- Sport
- Metro
Arsenal star Leandro Trossard responds to Bayern Munich transfer approach
Leandro Trossard is not interested in leaving Arsenal for Bayern Munich this summer, according to reports in Germany. The 30-year-old forward has racked up 28 goals and 23 assists since joining Arsenal from Brighton for a fee of just £27million two years ago. In that time, Trossard has proven an invaluable member of the Gunners' first-team squad, but the Belgian has struggled to nail down a regular starting role under Mikel Arteta and there is mounting speculation that he could soon be on the move. Al-Ittihad failed with an ambitious £29.4million bid to sign Trossard last summer and the Saudi Pro League remains a viable option for the attacker, who is out of contract at the Emirates in 2026, as well as Turkish Super Lig giants Fenerbahce. Bayern Munich have also been credited with a strong interest and are understood to have identified the former Brighton man as one of their top targets should they prove unsuccessful in pursuit of a deal for Liverpool's Luis Diaz. Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro's Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link we'll send you so we can get football news tailored to you. According to Sky Deutschland, Trossard has received 'numerous enquiries' from the Bundesliga champions, but is 'not interested' in joining up with fellow countryman Vincent Kompany at the Allianz Arena. The report adds that there are no 'concrete negotiations' at this stage and Arsenal's hierarchy remain hopeful of extending Trossard's contract beyond next summer. Bayern would be expected to step up their interest in Trossard should Liverpool continue to play hardball for Diaz over the coming weeks. It's claimed Bayern's sporting director, Max Eberl, has been in constant dialogue with Diaz's camp and talks over personal terms are ongoing between the two parties. However, Liverpool are in no hurry to part with Diaz and have knocked back several proposals for Diaz, who has also been heavily linked with Barcelona this summer. The Merseyside giants would consider selling Diaz, though, should they receive a bid of between €70 and €80m (£61-69.5m) for the Colombia international. Trossard's path to regular minutes at Arsenal could be further blocked next term should the north Londoners finalise their move to sign Chelsea winger Noni Madueke. It's believed the Gunners have agreed a deal with Chelsea worth in the region of £50m for Madueke and club bosses are determined to further strengthen their attack once the England international arrives through the doors. Sporting sensation Viktor Gyokeres remains at the top of Arteta's wishlist at centre-forward, while Eberechi Eze's potential availability is being eyed on the back of his best-ever season with Crystal Palace. Coincidentally, Bayern are also keeping close tabs on Eze's situation as a result of Leroy Sane's recent move to Galatasaray and Jamal Musiala's horrendous injury at the Club World Cup. For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: Man Utd consider surprise move for Chelsea star with Liverpool also admirers MORE: Marcus Rashford to be offered Man Utd escape route by his former manager MORE: Cristhian Mosquera makes emotional confession ahead of Arsenal transfer
Daily Mirror
13-07-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Arsenal 'moaner' offered exit option but transfer depends on Liverpool decision
German giants Bayern Munich are considering a move for Arsenal forward Leandro Trossard, but only if their pursuit of Liverpool star Luis Diaz proves unsuccessful Arsenal star Leandro Trossard has emerged as a target for Bayern Munich, who are keen to strengthen their forward line this summer. Leroy Sane, Mathys Tel and Thomas Muller have all left the club, while Jamal Musiala is set to miss the majority of next season after breaking his leg at the Club World Cup. Bayern were linked with a move for Nico Williams, but the Spain star has signed a new 10-year contract with Athletic Bilbao that includes a release clause worth around £75million. And it now appears as though a move for Trossard could be on the cards. Trossard is being lined up as a potential alternative to Liverpool star Luis Diaz, according to a report from Bild. Bayern, it's claimed have lodged a £45m offer for Diaz, but Liverpool do not want to sell and especially not at that price. Bayern are among a number of clubs weighing up a move for Trossard, with talks over a new deal at Arsenal having stalled as a result. Trossard recently appointed Dirk Hebel as his agent and it is noted that he has an existing relationship with Bayern's sporting director Max Eberl. Trossard has spent three seasons at Arsenal, scoring 28 goals and producing 23 assists in 124 appearances across all competitions, and Gunners boss Mikel Arteta is a big fan of the Belgian international. Speaking last year, Arteta hailed Trossard's competitive streak and "capacity to do something special" after jokingly branding him a "moaner". Arteta said: "Yeah, Leo is naturally a bit of a moaner but I like that because he's very competitive and you have training sessions, he's always busy with the referee's decision, because he wants to win. "That's what I love. He always wants to be the best and when he's not there, he's not happy. But that's what pushes him. That's where he comes in on the pitch, he can make an impact because he's got that drive, that anger which says: 'I'm gonna show you.' "I love that about him. He's a really good character. They all want to play. Always want to play. Leo has shown a lot more consistency in the last 12 months, he's deserved that. "He's had a lot of competition in his position. That's it. Raise the level. If he plays at that level then he will play like anyone else. He has the capacity to do something special in the final third. "He's played and with us he's played as a left winger, as an attacking midfielder, he's played as a nine and he's a player that I value a lot, we value a lot, because he's very versatile and very competitive and he's a massive goal threat for the team. Really happy with him." Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
The Irish Sun
12-07-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Arsenal transfer news LIVE: Gyokeres ‘UPDATE as Sporting set £69m price', Madueke medical, Gunners ‘eye Eze'
ARSENAL have a huge summer of change on their hands - and many big deals are in the pipeline. Sporting president Frederico Varandas has confirmed that Advertisement The Portuguese giants are holding out for a £69million deal for the Swedish striker. In other news, the Gunners are set to make a formal approach for Crystal Palace's Advertisement Follow ALL of the latest news, rumours and transfer updates from the Emirates below... By What are Arsenal losing? Should Trossard complete his exit from Arsenal this summer, he would leave a hole in Mikel Arteta's side. Last term, he contributed to 15 goals in 38 Premier League appearances. Copy link Copied By Trossard exit Arsenal ace Leandro Trossard has sensationally agreed to a shock move to Turkish giants Fenerbahce. SunSports understands that Trossard is keen to move to Turkey, where he'll team up with Jose Mourinho. The Belgian winger, 30, has stunned Gunners fans with news of the potential move to Istanbul. Reports in Turkey say Mourinho held talks with the forward and sold his vision to him. Mourinho has reportedly pulled off the swoop in a bid to strengthen his team as he looks to challenge Galatasaray for the league title. Copy link Copied By Youngster's new deal Marcell Washington has signed his first professional contract with Arsenal. The youngster is the son of former Chelsea star and Champions League winner Ryan Bertrand. He said: "My ambitions are just to prove in every game you play and every training session you have. I think football is all about proving. I feel like just because I've signed this contract doesn't necessarily mean that I've made it. "I think I've got a lot to prove and I'm looking forward to doing that. Hopefully, obviously, the coaching staff can see that through my game. "It's a very welcoming club. From day one when I came here, I felt really welcomed. That goes from the staff to the players. "I think it's a really big club, obviously. The club are always striving to win trophies. I'm just looking to be an addition to that and see what I can offer the club." Copy link Copied By Back at Colney Arsenal's first-team were back at the Sobha Realty Training Centre. The team have carried out medical tests and reunited with Mikel Arteta before flying out to La Manga. Copy link Copied By Nwaneri contract Arsenal have reportedly made progress on renewing Ethan Nwaneri's contract. There had been speculation that the winger could be on his way out of the club. However, Fabrizio Romano has claimed that he will be staying put as he is close to signing a new deal. The report claims that the Gunners showed the Under-21 Euros winner their vision for the upcoming years and his game time. Copy link Copied By Madueke set to be announced Enzo Maresca has revealed that Arsenal are set to announce the signing of Noni Madueke. The Chelsea manager said: "Noni is in contact with the new club and I guess he is going to be [announced] in the next hours." The winger could be revealed as a Gunner TODAY following his £52million switch from the Blues. Copy link Copied By Sociedad link Martin Zubimendi has become the ninth player to represent both Arsenal and Real Sociedad. Here are the eight other players to have done the same: Fran Merida Carlos Vela Mikel Arteta Nacho Monreal Kieran Tierney Matthew Ryan Martin Odegaard Mikel Merino Copy link Copied By Arsenal's summer pre-season Here is a look at who and where Arsenal will be playing during pre-season. Wednesday, July 23: Arsenal vs AC Milan - Singapore National Stadium, Singapore (12:30pm BST) Sunday, July 27: Arsenal vs Newcastle - Singapore National Stadium, Singapore (12:30pm BST) Thursday, July 31: Arsenal vs Tottenham - Kai Tak Stadium, Hong Kong (12:30pm BST) Copy link Copied By Norgaard gets emotional Christian Norgaard broke down in tears as he posed in an Arsenal kit alongside his son. Norgaard was posing for pics in his new kit but couldn't hold it together after seeing his lad proudly don his Gunners shirt with his name on the back. The 31-year-old completed a stunning move to the Emirates this week and was in the middle of his photoshoot when his little boy appeared, all decked out in the shirt. The midfielder's beaming son came bounding into the room, grinning from ear to ear, wearing a full Arsenal strip with 'Norgaard 16' on the back. The Denmark international didn't stand a chance, his heart melted as he hugged the boy tightly before reluctantly letting go in a short video posted on social media. Christian Norgaard breaks down in tears after seeing young son in Arsenal kit for the first time Copy link Copied By Latest Chelsea addition Arsenal have continued their ongoing raid of London rivals Chelsea by signing a former academy kid to his first professional contract at the Emirates. Marcell Washington, son of the Blues' Champions League final hero Ryan Bertrand, has put pen to paper on a pro deal with the Gunners after leaving the West Londoners' youth set-up last season. The 17-year-old left-back joined the North Londoners from their neighbours as a trialist last season and has clearly impressed enough to earn a deal. Since Mikel Arteta took over as manager in N5, Arsenal have signed five first-team players from Chelsea, including the likes of It looks like that number is only going to continue climbing too, after news broke of the Premier League runners-up coming to an agreement for Noni Madueke. Copy link Copied By Gyokeres' 'revenge mission' Viktor Gyokeres is on a 'revenge' mission to cause mayhem in the Premier League. The Sporting Lisbon striker is still hoping to push through a £69milion move to Arsenal although the two clubs are currently at a stalemate. Gyokeres, 27, has refused to train with Sporting while Arsenal are currently £4.3m short of the Portuguese club's valuation. Gyokeres failed to make a single Premier League appearance in three years at Brighton and then had two successful seasons at Coventry. It's one of the biggest leagues in Europe. I spent several years there without being able to play a single match. So, of course, it's something I'd like to do. It would be great revenge. Maybe [he'll return to the Premier League]. That's football, you never know. I don't think about it; we'll see what happens. If something happens, it will. The most important thing for me is to play for a club that really wants me. Viktor Gyokres L'Equipe Copy link Copied By Potential Eze boost Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze has been left out of today's pre-season friendly. This comes amid Arsenal's interest in signing Eze during the summer transfer window. Palace are taking on Millwall at the Crystal Palace Academy. The Gunners are still being linked with the playmaker that would cost up to £60million. Copy link Copied By Noni Madueke medical Chelsea ace Noni Madueke is on his way to have his medical with Arsenal. Madueke is expected to complete a £52million move to the Gunners soon. According to Sky Sports, the winger has been granted permission by the Blues to travel for his medical. The England international is expected to then join his new team for pre-season. Copy link Copied By Norgaard's unique record New Arsenal star Christian Norgaard has scored 11 goals in the Premier League, with nine of them coming from dead-ball situations. Bizarrely, this makes him the midfielder with the highest percentage in the history of the Prem for players with 10 or more goals. Copy link Copied By Utd willing to pay for Gyokeres A deal for Viktor Gyokeres seems unlikely now, as the Swede would prefer a move to Arsenal, but Utd remain in the hunt. According to Portuguese journalist Pedro Sousa, Utd would be willing to pay the £70m Sporting want tomorrow. The Swedish star is reportedly not turning up to training today, despite Sporting CP returning for pre-season. Can Utd make a last ditch attempt for Gyokeres? Copy link Copied By Big day in the Gyokeres saga Viktor Gyokeres is set to report for Sporting CP training TODAY. However, the Swedish striker has already made it clear to the club that he will NOT be returning for pre-season, ahead of a move away. The Gunners are currently the favourites for his signature, and are the only side Gyokeres wants to join - according to David Ornstein. The Portuguese side may be forced to deal with Arsenal under the threat of Gyokeres not returning to training. Copy link Copied By Maresca confirms Madueke exit Talking ahead of the Club World Cup final to the BBC, Maresca confirmed that Madueke had returned to the UK. Maresca said: "Noni is in contact with the new club and I guess he is going to be [announced] in the next hours." He added: 'I said in one of the last press conferences if a player wants to leave then in the end it is difficult for the club and manager. "Noni decided to leave – no-one said to Noni he has to leave. If he is happy, we are happy.' Copy link Copied By Osimhen update Victor Osimhen's future has been plunged into doubt after Galatasaray failed with another bid for him. Fabrizio Romano has reported that the Turkish side's £60million bid has fallen short of Napoli's £65m valuation. It remains to be seen if Galatasaray return with a third offer but the door could be open for Premier League sides to poach the Nigerian. Arsenal have been long-linked with the star and he could jump up the shortlist if they miss out on Viktor Gyokeres. Copy link Copied By Maresca on Madueke Enzo Maresca has opened up on Noni Madueke's imminent exit from Chelsea. The manager has insisted that the decision was solely the player's and it was not from the club. He said: "If a player wants to leave, then in the end it is difficult for the club and manager. "And yes, Noni decided to leave. "No one said to Noni that he has to leave. It was his own decision. If he is happy, we are happy." Copy link Copied By Norgaard's unique record New Arsenal star Christian Norgaard has scored 11 goals in the Premier League, with nine of them coming from dead-ball situations. Bizarrely, this makes him the midfielder with the highest percentage in the history of the Prem for players with 10 or more goals. Copy link Copied By Gunners transfer round-up Here is a look at all of Arsenal's business so far this summer... INS Kepa Arrizabalaga - Chelsea (£5m) Christian Norgaard - Brentford (£9m) Martin Zubimendi - Real Sociedad (£51m) OUTS Jorginho - Flamengo (end of contract) Marquinhos - Cruzeiro (£2.5m) Thomas Partey - released (end of contract) Nuno Tavares - Lazio (£6m) Kieran Tierney - Celtic (end of contract) Takehiro Tomiyasu - released Copy link Copied By Gunners training Arsenal players have been hard at work during their pre-season training camp in Cartagena, Spain. The Gunners are training at the La Manga Club stadium. The squad has been boosted by the arrivals of Martin Zubimendi, Christian Norgaard and Kepa Arrizabalaga, who have all been involved. Forgotten stars Reiss Nelson, Albert Sambi Lokonga and Karl Hein are also training with the first team. Copy link Copied By Gyokeres expectation Viktor Gyokeres has reportedly been told he is expected back for pre-season training tomorrow. However, reports have claimed that he is not planning on going and is refusing. The striker is a summer transfer target of both Arsenal and Manchester United and Arsenal. Copy link Copied By Invincibles dropped Arsenal's Invincibles have missed out on being named as the greatest football side of all time. The team, led by Arsene Wenger, had to settle for 7th place in the list as voted for by fans. Here is the top 10 of the list... 1. Manchester United (1998–99) – Treble winners 2. Barcelona (2008–12) – Guardiola's era 3. Brazil (1970) – World Cup champions 4. Liverpool (1975–84) – A decade of dominance 5. Real Madrid (1955–60) – Five consecutive European Cups 6. Spain (2008–12) – Euro and World Cup winners 7. Arsenal (2003 – 2004) - the 'Invincibles' 8. Manchester City (2022 – 2023) – Treble winners 9. Manchester United (1966 – 1968) – Domestic league & European Cup winners 10. Real Madrid (1984 – 1990) - five successive league titles Copy link Copied By Madueke expected for medical Noni Madueke is reportedly on his way to have his medical with Arsenal. The Chelsea winger is expected to complete a £52million move to the Gunners. Sky Sports have claimed that he has been granted permission by the Blues to travel for his medical. Copy link Copied 1
The Irish Sun
11-07-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Arsenal transfer news LIVE: Madueke set for medical, Gyokeres FORCING Sporting exit, Gunners ‘confident' of Nwaneri deal
ARSENAL have a HUGE summer of business to take care of in the transfer market and have been busy at work. Advertisement Elsewhere, In other news, the Gunners are confident of Follow ALL of the latest news, rumours and transfer updates from the Emirates below... Advertisement By Gyokeres' strike continues Sporting Lisbon star Viktor Gyokeres is set to stay away from training with the Portuguese champions amid his bid to join Arsenal. According to The striker was given an extended break by the Lisbon giants and was due to return to action on Friday. However, the Sweden international told Sporting president Frederico Varandas he will not play for them again. Copy link Copied By Arsenal keen on Trossard sale Arsenal are open to selling Leandro Trossard during the summer transfer window. That is according to The Times, who claim the Gunners are willing to let Trossard go to Fenerbahce after he provisionally agreed personal terms with Jose Mourinho's side. The same source claims the Gunners will demand around £20million for the 30-year-old, who agreed a three-year deal with Fener. The Belgium international's proposed exit comes as the North Londoners close in on a deal to sign Noni Madueke from Chelsea. Copy link Copied By More on Trossard Arsenal ace Leandro Trossard has sensationally agreed to a shock move to Fenerbahce. SunSport understands Trossard is keen to move to Turkey, where he'll team up with Fener manager Jose Mourinho. Reports in Turkey claim Mourinho held talks with the winger and sold his vision to him. The Portuguese tactician has reportedly pulled off the swoop in a bid to strengthen his team as he looks to challenge Galatasaray for the Super Lig title. Copy link Copied By Chelsea face same Salah mistake Mohamed Salah's dismissal from Chelsea and Jose Mourinho has been a dark shadow looming over the club for almost a decade now. Ever since his departure from Stamford Bridge in 2016, Salah, 33, has fired Liverpool to two Premier League titles as well as Champions League glory - picking up numerous individual awards in the process. Meanwhile, the Blues' fans have watched the likes of Willian, Juan Cuadrado and Hakim Ziyech take up the Egypt international's role at Stamford Bridge with mixed results. Thankfully at least, Chelsea learnt from their mistakes and haven't been truly bitten in the same manner for a while now. However, that might be about to change by selling what seems to be the most obvious Salah replica the club have had in years. Noni Madueke moving to Arsenal has split the Chelsea fanbase down the middle. Copy link Copied By Trossard agrees Fenerbahce move Arsenal ace Leandro Trossard is keen to move to Fenerbahce this summer. According to The Times, the Gunners are willing to let Trossard leave after agreeing personal terms with Fener. The Turkish giants have offered the winger a three-year deal but have not agreed a transfer fee with the North Londoners. Arsenal are likely to want about £20million for the Belgium international. Copy link Copied By Norgaard deal details Christian Norgaard has finally joined Arsenal from Brentford in a deal worth up to £15million. The Gunners will pay the Bees an initial £10m, plus £5m in add-ons. The midfielder has signed a two-year deal with the option of a third. The Denmark international becomes the North Londoners' third signing of the summer after Kepa Arrizabalaga and Martin Zubimendi. Copy link Copied By Madueke joining Arsenal Arsenal are set to sign Chelsea ace Noni Madueke. According to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, Madueke will move to the Blues' rivals following a deal worth in excess of £50million with add-ons included The winger already agreed a five-year deal with the North Londoners a few days ago. The England international is set to become the latest Chelsea player to move to Arsenal in the last few years after Raheem Sterling, Kai Havertz, Kepa Arrizabalaga and Jorginho. Copy link Copied By That's mad Mohamed Salah's dismissal from Chelsea and Jose Mourinho has been a dark shadow looming over the club for almost a decade now. Ever since his departure from Stamford Bridge in 2016, Salah, 33, has fired Meanwhile, the Blues' fans have watched the likes of Willian, Thankfully at least, However, that might be about to change by selling what seems to be the most obvious Salah replica the club have had in years. Copy link Copied By Keown on Gyokeres Arsenal legend Martin Keown has given his seal of approval on the Gunners' pursuit of Viktor Gyokeres. There's not a lot wrong with the squad but they needed to add in certain specific positions. You know that a centre-forward, they've been crying out for a centre-forward due to the injuries they've had. This guy [Gyokeres] is rock solid. You can play the ball into him, he holds it up well, he has pace, power. I think he's quite emphatic in front of goal and I think he is just what Arsenal need. He just needs now to do his talking on the pitch. Martin Keown talkSPORT Copy link Copied By Pre-season fixtures Here's a look at Arsenal's full pre-season schedule as they gear up for another title charge. July 23 - AC Milan @ National Stadium, Singapore July 27 - Newcastle United @ National Stadium, Singapore July 31 - Tottenham Hotspur @ Kai Tak Sports Park, Hong Kong August 6 - Villarreal @ Emirates Stadium, London August 9 - Athletic Club @ Emirates Stadium, London Copy link Copied By Mosquera update Arsenal's pursuit of Valencia ace Cristhian Mosquera appears to have slowed in recent days. According to Las Provincias, that's because the Spanish giants are unwilling to drop below their £20million valuation of the centre-back. Arsenal are said to have turned Mosquera's head, with the 21-year-old already reportedly turning down an extension in Spain. But the Gunners will have to cough up or walk away if they want their man. Copy link Copied By Arsenal fixture changes Arsenal have been handed three fixture changes already after the Premier League announced the TV choices for the first few weeks of the upcoming campaign. The Gunners' clashes with Manchester United, Leeds and Liverpool have all been moved. Here's when those three games will now be played... Sunday, August 17 - Manchester United (A) , 4.30pm | Sky Sports Saturday, August 23 - Leeds United (H) , 5:30pm | Sky Sports Sunday, August 31 - Liverpool (A) , 4.30pm | Sky Sports Copy link Copied By Ethan Nwaneri future update Ethan Nwaneri is likely to stay at Arsenal, according to transfer insider David Ornstein. There's a similar situation, of course, with Ethan Nwaneri, an amazing talent, academy product, who we understand wants to stay at Arsenal. That doesn't always mean it's a foregone conclusion because you've got to get the deal right, his terms expire next summer. David Ornstein Copy link Copied By Fabio Vieira interest Parma have been linked with a move for Arsenal ace Fabio Vieira this summer. According to The Serie A side are now managed by the Gunners' manager Mikel Arteta's former assistant coach Carlos Cuesta. The midfielder spent last season on loan at Porto and isn't guaranteed a starting place this coming term after the signings of Martín Zubimendi and Christian Norgaard. Copy link Copied By Al-Hilal target Sesko Al-Hilal could tempt RB Leipzig with a sensational offer for Benjamin Sesko. That is after failing to convince Napoli star Victor Osimhen to join the Saudi Pro League. The Saudi giants are in the market for a striker this summer and have already been turned down twice by Osimhen, who now looks set to rejoin Galatasaray. Sesko has been previously linked with Arsenal, who are now closing in on Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres. Copy link Copied By Arsenal's transfer targets Transfer insider Fabrizio Romano confirmed Arsenal are looking to sign Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres, Crystal Palace's Eberechi Eze and two wingers. The market can always change, so it can be possible or not. It always depends on many factors. Talks are ongoing for several players now. Fabrizio Romano Copy link Copied By Surprise Gyokeres transfer competition Arsenal could face competition for Sporting Lisbon star Viktor Gyokeres from a surprise suitor during the summer transfer window. According to Fener will have the benefit of an extended transfer window compared to many other European leagues. The Turkish giants could pull the same manoeuvre rivals Galatasaray did a year ago with Napoli star Victor Osimhen, who found a way out late in the transfer market. Copy link Copied By Rodrygo transfer boost Arsenal have received a major boost in their bid to sign Real Madrid star Rodrygo. According to Marca, Real are "looking for a new destination" for the versatile forward. The same source claims it is becoming more likely that the Brazil international will be leaving Madrid this summer. And the Gunners continue to monitor the 24-year-old this summer. Copy link Copied By Gyokeres' 'Plan B' Sporting Lisbon star Viktor Gyokeres will consider a worst-case-scenario loan move should his dream Arsenal switch fall through. SunSport understand Gyokeres has been encouraged by recent negotiations despite Sporting sticking to their £68.9million evaluation. The Gunners remain locked in talks with the Portuguese champions, with SunSport revealing the North Londoners are currently £4.3m away from the asking price of £60.3m up front and £8.6m in add-ons following face-to-face meetings in Lisbon. Personal terms are already in place on a five-year contract, with the add-ons in the deal relating to goal and trophy bonuses. The Sweden international, alongside agent Hasan Cetinkaya, is quietly confident he will be an Arsenal player in the coming weeks, with manager Mikel Arteta keen to include him on their pre-season tour of Singapore and Hong Kong from July 19 to August 2. But SunSport understand the 27-year-old has a "Plan B" should he not make the Emirates switch – waiting until the end of the summer window and going out on loan to a European club. Copy link Copied By Eberechi Eze EXCLUSIVE Arsenal are open to including a player in their offer for Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze. SunSport exclusively reported that Arsenal chief Andrea Berta had held talks with the player's representative as they look to beat Tottenham to his signature. Eze, who turned 27 last week, is open to the move and has been training to stay fit in anticipation, but Palace are determined to extract the full £68million from his release clause. While the player being considered as a makeweight in the deal is not known, SunSport understand he is an emerging star who's played a handful of games for the first team. Copy link Copied By Noni Madueke EXCLUSIVE In one of the most important transfer windows in Mikel Arteta's tenure, the pursuit of Chelsea's £55million-rated Noni Madueke has divided the Arsenal fanbase. So much so that since the news of the Gunners' formal approach, over 1,000 Arsenal supporters so far have signed a petition urging the club not to sign him. But the numbers show that there is method behind the supposed madness, with Arteta targeting a player who may well give his squad something they have been missing during three successive second-place Prem finishes. As well as a world class No.9 – with Viktor Gyokeres' arrival in the works – the Gunners have been in desperate need of competition in the wide areas alongside the likes of Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard. It is why Raheem Sterling was brought in on a last-ditch Deadline Day loan last summer, and highlighted further during Saka's three month absence last term following hamstring surgery. Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams and Real Madrid's Rodrygo have been monitored during this window, only for negotiations to break down over the past few weeks, while Crystal Palace's Eberechi Eze – with a £68m release clause – and Atalanta's Ademola Lookman remain ongoing targets. So, it begs the question: Why does Arteta want him? The answer appears to lie in the England international's bravery on the ball from wide positions, something Arsenal struggled with last year, especially on the left through Martinelli and Trossard. Having netted 91 Prem goals in 2023/24, they scored 22 fewer last term. Copy link Copied By Arsenal's new 'duel monster' In Christian Norgaard, Arsenal have landed themselves yet another 'duel monster'. The Brentford midfielder, 31, has completed his summer switch to the Gunners for £15million, including add-ons, on a two-year deal with the option of a further 12 months. Among other areas, the midfield is one that boss Mikel Arteta was desperate to bolster following the free-agent departures of Thomas Partey and Jorginho. Arteta has done just that – complimenting the £51m signing of Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad with the arrival of experienced anchor Norgaard from the Bees. Not only does Norgaard provide guaranteed Prem quality, the 6ft1 Dane also adds height, power and aerial supremacy to a squad of physical giants who have dominated set-pieces in the top flight over the past few seasons. When Arteta signed 6ft2 Mikel Merino from Sociedad last summer for £31.6m, the Spaniard came with the reputation of a 'duel monster' – winning more duels than any other player in Europe's top five leagues. In his first game in charge in December 2019, more than half of Arteta's starting XI were under six feet tall. Now, with Norgaard, they could boast an XI with NINE players who are six feet or taller. Copy link Copied By Noni Madueke latest Arsenal continue to monitor Chelsea ace Noni Madueke during the summer transfer window. SunSport understand the Gunners have begun conversations with their London rivals to discuss a potential fee for Madueke. The North Londoners have already agreed personal terms with the winger over a five-year deal. Reports elsewhere have suggested Arsenal and the Blues have a gap between their valuations of the England international, with the West Londoners wanting close to £55million for the 23-year-old. Copy link Copied By Viktor Gyokeres blow Arsenal have received a major transfer blow in their bid to sign priority target Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting Lisbon. Reports from Portugal state the Gunners' deal for Gyokeres is on the verge of COLLAPSING! Sporting are reportedly not budging on their demands for the striker. And it could see the North Londoners miss out on the Sweden international. Copy link Copied By Norgaard deal details Christian Norgaard has finally joined Arsenal from Brentford in a deal worth up to £15million. The Gunners will pay the Bees an initial £10m, plus £5m in add-ons. The midfielder has signed a two-year deal with the option of a third. The Denmark international becomes the North Londoners' third signing of the summer after Kepa Arrizabalaga and Martin Zubimendi. Copy link Copied 1
