So far, Arsenal’s summer transfer window appears to be going according to plan. While Mikel Arteta has admitted that no window ever goes entirely to plan, this one may be as close as he has experienced.
New Arsenal signing Christian Nørgaard has acknowledged the intense competition for places this season, but remains confident in his ability to contribute.
Flamengo are preparing a move for Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus, with reports in Brazil suggesting talks have already begun. The 27-year-old striker is currently sidelined with a long-term injury and may struggle to find space in the squad once he returns.
Viktor Gyökeres had better hit the ground running because the pressure on him will be immense. In a summer window where Arsenal could have signed Benjamin Šeško or Alexander Isak, they have instead signed Gyökeres – which was officially confirmed last night.
Rodrygo is playing a dangerous game, one that is only prolonging his frustrations at Real Madrid. In a 2023-24 league campaign where Jude Bellingham and Vinícius Júnior overshadowed him, things worsened for the Brazilian towards the end of last season when he appeared to lose his place in Carlo Ancelotti’s starting XI.
RB Leipzig’s failure to qualify for the Champions League next season has left several of their top talents, including Xavi Simons, keen on a move elsewhere.
Arsenal have this evening confirmed the signing of Sweden international Viktor Gyökeres on a five-year contract, from Sporting Lisbon. Gyökeres enjoyed
To be a big club, you need to act like a big club. While Arsenal have not confirmed that Cristhian Mosquera is the long-term replacement for William Saliba, centre-back was not viewed as a position that needed strengthening this summer.
Arsenal head into next season with a revamped striking department. Viktor Gyökeres, expected to finalise the finer details of his Emirates switch this weekend, and Kai Havertz are set to battle it out for the chance to lead the line.
Had Arsenal not committed to Viktor Gyökeres, they might have landed their long-standing dream striker Alexander Isak. For years, whenever Isak’s name has surfaced in transfer talk, Arsenal have always been in the mix.
Arsenal’s big issue last season? Breaking down low blocks. Most teams that drew with the Gunners in those 14 league draws had a simple game plan: sit deep, frustrate the Gunners, watch them pass the ball around aimlessly, and avoid defeat.
What a summer transfer window this has been. Kepa Arrizabalaga, Martin Zubimendi and Christian Nørgaard are part of the Asia pre-season tour. Noni Madueke has also signed for Arsenal but has not joined the Arsenal team in Singapore, as a period of rest is required after his participation in the Club World Cup with Chelsea.
Arsenal’s Viktor Gyokeres transfer saga has been a study in negotiation, waiting game, and cunning. As much as several clubs, including Manchester United, fought for the goal-hungry striker’s pen, the Gunners are the winners.