The summer transfer window is gathering pace and Arsenal have certainly not been short of headlines.
With the window remaining open until 11pm BST on 1 September, Andrea Berta and Mikel Arteta continue to reshape the squad ahead of the 2026/27 campaign. Two deals have already been completed, several high-profile exits are developing and a number of exciting names remain heavily linked with a move to north London.
Here’s a look at the biggest Arsenal transfer stories from the past week.
Confirmed business
Arsenal have so far confirmed two arrivals during the summer transfer window.
Piero Hincapié became the club’s first major signing after completing his move from Bayer Leverkusen for an undisclosed fee, strengthening Arteta’s defensive options with a player capable of operating both centrally and at left-back.
The Gunners then announced the signing of former Leeds United goalkeeper Illan Meslier on a free transfer. The Frenchman arrives with more than 100 Premier League appearances to his name and is expected to compete for a place behind David Raya, although his exact role in the goalkeeping hierarchy remains to be seen.
There have also been two confirmed departures.
Goalkeeper Karl Hein has completed a permanent move to Werder Bremen after spending last season on loan, while Jakub Kiwior has joined Porto in a deal for an undisclosed fee following three-and-a-half years in north London.
Trossard exit edging closer?
The biggest outgoing story this week has centred around Leandro Trossard.
Reports continue to suggest that a move to Turkish side Beşiktaş is progressing, with discussions over personal terms believed to be advancing.
While nothing has been officially confirmed by either club, the Belgian international appears increasingly likely to leave before the transfer window closes, bringing an end to a successful spell at Arsenal that included a Premier League winners’ medal.
Should the deal be completed, Arsenal would free up both wages and a valuable squad place as they continue pursuing further attacking reinforcements.
The rumour mill keeps turning
No player has generated more Arsenal speculation this week than Bruno Guimarães.
The Newcastle United midfielder has once again found himself linked with the Gunners, with reports suggesting he has discussed the possibility of a move to the Emirates. Whether Newcastle would seriously entertain selling one of their key players remains another question entirely, but it has certainly been one of the window’s dominant talking points.
Meanwhile, Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers continues to be admired by Arsenal, while Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola also remains among the club’s reported attacking targets.
Both would represent ambitious signings, although there has been little indication that either transfer is close at this stage.
Developments beyond the first team
It has not only been the senior squad making headlines.
On 3 July, Arsenal confirmed the appointment of Pascal De Maesschalck as the club’s new Academy Manager, continuing the ongoing evolution of the Hale End structure.
As always during the transfer window, not every target can be secured.
Plenty more to come
With almost two months still remaining before the transfer window closes, Arsenal’s business is just getting started.
Supporters will continue watching developments surrounding Trossard’s future while hoping Andrea Berta can strengthen Arteta’s attacking options before the new Premier League season gets underway.
If the opening weeks of the window are anything to go by, there should be plenty more twists before deadline day arrives.
We’ll continue bringing you all the latest Arsenal transfer news, rumours and confirmed deals throughout the summer as another busy week awaits at the Emirates.
Who are you hoping Arsenal will bring in over the coming weeks?
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Talking about winning now then Bruno Guimaraes is the real McCoy and I will tell you why.
The Brazilian has prove himself as one of the most complete and influential midfielders in the league.
The man from the land of Samba, sport a lethal combination of world class vision, defensive tenacity, and a proven track record of elevating teams, he has become the exact win now player Arsenal should bring in now.
Look at it this way, If Arsenal should go on and defend that big ears jug successfully with Guimaraes, it will go down as another master stroke signing, I was wrong about the signing of Raya, surely not on this one.
Apparently The Arsenal are on the verge of signing an 18 year old CB that Man City, Chelsea and Bayern Munich, amongst others ,wanted. His name is Elijah Upson. Surname sound familiar ? Yep he’s the son of our ex CB Matthew Upson. He’s come through the Academy of that lot in N17, but has turned down a professional contact with them.
Pio Esposito, Strand-Larsen or Zirkzee could be an option to replace Gyokeres or Havertz
Summerville, Nusa and Hudson-Odoi could be the options to replace Trossard
Danilo Pereira or Adam Wharton would be a better investment than Guimaraes
INS –
Tzolis – 35m
Guimaraes – 85m
Rogers – 130m
Meslier – Free
OUT –
Trossard – 20m
Jesus – 20m
Norgaard – 10m
I really don’t understand the reason behind the players signed under Bertra. Madueke too average for price, Eze over Rogers was a decade error, and now want to get Rogers now at higher price than would have gotten him last season. We did great when Nwaneri deputise Saka, but they went for Madueke instead of a left Attacker. They really need to go and learn from Real Madrid and Barca. You can buy, but spend more on making than buying, For sporting and business point of view.
We need a MF of Bruno G caliber to rotate with Rice and Zubimendi and defend our title and challenge for other trophies. Rice obviously needs a lesser load, and Martin was brilliant first half and tired down the stretch. Keeping all three – defensive / box-to-box MF healthy and ready to contribute down the stretch will be invaluable. We also have MLS, Eze, Merino and Dowman to contribute with Odogaard further up.
But 65 mil is certainly enough for a 29-year-old Bruno who will have negligible value after his next contract and will be losing value every year. Maybe up to 70-75 if absolutely necessary. Newcastle is rebuilding after losing Isak (last year), Tonali and Gordon – why waste Bruno during the rebuild only for his value to deteriorate?
Then go out and get that impactful left winger, keep Ben White so we don’t need to spend on a RB, and hang with Gyok, Kai and Merino at CF. I have a hunch with a healthier Saka and a strong MF, Gyokeres will improve even further over a effective 2nd half, with Kai and Mikel offering that different look.
Another reason Bruno (or another similar top notch CM) is VERY interesting right now is that Rice is going to be out until early October, so we will be relying on Merino and maybe MLS to be fit and ready. Others could fill in there out of position of course if need be, but feels like we’re a little short.
Also Saka and Saliba are being given time out till after the first international break.
We need to free up more spaces with the likes of Jesus, Madueke for a player that can give Saka a run for his money, Kai if we are getting Alvarez and if possible Eze for Rogers and of course Tzolis for Trossard, then Norgard for a more complete, competent and reliable midfield general but not for fortune like what Newcastle is demanding for Bruno. I think Nwaneri is capable to replace Madueke, I don’t think he would do less than Madueke is presently doing.
I don’t think we will get him, but I would like to see Eli Junior Kroupi playing in the left side of our attack. I would rather sign him than Rodgers, but either will make me happy.
If Guimarães proves to dificult or expensive, we shoud try that kid from Morocco or Kone from AS Rome.