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Ben Jacobs drops late night transfer update on Gabriel Martinelli

Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal are in talks to sign Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli and are prepared to pay a total package close to £50 million. Transfer insider Ben Jacobs took to social media platform X to reveal that negotiation channels have opened between Al-Hilal and Arsenal for the 25-year-old Brazilian international.

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Arsenal transfer target jeered by Atletico fans as they tell him to leave

Arsenal-linked Julian Alvarez received a hostile reception from sections of the Atletico Madrid support on Sunday as speculation continues over the Argentine striker’s future.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / August 23

Arsenal could make huge Gyokeres plus cash offer for Julian Alvarez

Arsenal’s pursuit of Julian Alvarez could be heading towards a dramatic conclusion, with fresh reports claiming the Gunners remain prepared to use Viktor Gyokeres as part of a blockbuster deal for the Atletico Madrid striker.

Christos Tzolis News / The Trivela Effect / August 23

Christos Tzolis success for Arsenal will come from a key element they never had

Arsenal actually had a decent attack with Gabriel Martinelli, Leandro Trossard, Viktor Gyokeres, Kai Havertz, and Bukayo Saka, and while it was the weak point of a side that won the Premier League, the attack was still good enough that it didn’t hold the Gunners back from finally taking home the title.

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Arsenal’s favourable fixture run could boost their title race

Arsenal currently sit at the top of the Premier League following game one of the 38-match season as the current “Champions of England”, after defeating Coventry City 3-0 last week.

Arsenal FC News / The Trivela Effect / August 23

Arsenal have one last doubt before Riccardo Calafiori becomes the best in the world

Arsenal are so loaded with talent defensively that it’s easy to forget the players besides David Raya, Gabriel Magalhaes, and William Saliba who were the heroes of the Premier League title run last season.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / August 23

Arsenal name £60m price as Al-Hilal open talks for Brazilian winger

Gabriel Martinelli’s Arsenal future has taken another significant turn, with David Ornstein reporting that Al-Hilal are now pursuing a deal for the Brazilian winger.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / August 23

Arsenal start like Champions but must learn from Manchester United’s mistake

On Friday night, Arsenal kicked off their 2026/27 Premier League season with a 3-0 walk in the park over newly promoted Coventry City. The victory reinstated Arsenal’s reputation and image as the Champions of England, which they’ve commenced the season with already.

Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / August 23

Talks ongoing: Arsenal discussing selling star for £60m fee

Al Hilal are reportedly in talks over signing Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli, while they’re also in discussions with the player’s camp. That’s according to David Ornstein of the Athletic, who has posted about the deal on X, insisting that there’s no agreement yet as Arsenal hold out for £60m.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / August 23

Barcelona reportedly considering late loan move for Arsenal Striker

Speculation surrounding Viktor Gyokeres and Barcelona is gathering pace, with a new report claiming the Catalan giants are now studying a potential loan deal for the Arsenal striker.

Arsenal FC News / Essential Football / August 23

Arsenal's Massive Transfer Call On Valuable Midfield Prodigy

For more than a few days in August, Myles Lewis-Skelly’s Arsenal future became one of those transfer-window stories that made you stop and read it twice.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / August 23

Julian Alvarez softens Arsenal stance ahead of deadline day

Arsenal may have received some encouragement in their pursuit of Julian Alvarez, with the Atletico Madrid striker reportedly no longer completely ruling out a move to the Emirates.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / August 23

How Arsenal’s darkest day helped pave the way for Arteta’s Champions – Opinion

August 28, 2026 will be the 15th anniversary of one of the worst days in Arsenal history: the infamous 8-2 mauling at Old Trafford. It was Arsenal’s worst loss in over 80 years, but ironically, that brutal defeat set the stage for Arsenal’s current resurgence.

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Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / August 23

Fabrizio Romano reveals Arsenal can afford ambitious transfer following recent contacts

Transfer news expert Fabrizio Romano claims Arsenal have indicated they can afford an ambitious transfer move for Julian Alvarez. The problem remains, however, that the Atletico Madrid striker’s priority is to join Barcelona despite the interest from the Gunners.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / August 23

Martinelli and Gyokeres omissions raise questions over Arsenal futures

Actions Speak Louder Than Words! They say actions speak louder than words, and some Gooners will be gutted to see Martinelli not in Friday’s squad, while Gyokeres also didn’t get a second of action.

Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / August 23

From Spain: Top Arsenal transfer target increasingly open to joining after Mikel Arteta talks

Arsenal may be in luck as it seems Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez is now reportedly increasingly open to joining the Gunners. The Argentina international has long been linked with Arsenal, and it’s easy to see him being a great fit for the Premier League champions.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / August 22

'Makes me feel uncomfortable' Arsenal icon does not like the treatment of Martinelli

Gabriel Martinelli has not been in Arsenal’s squad for their matches against Manchester City and Coventry City, as it seems clear that the Gunners would like him to leave this summer.

Gabriel Martinelli News / Just Arsenal / August 22

Martinelli could become latest star to pursue riches of the Saudi Pro League

Gabriel Martinelli is expected to leave Arsenal this summer as he is no longer in the Gunners’ plans for the season, and they have made that obvious. Galatasaray were the first club to show serious interest in adding him to their squad this summer, but the Brazilian turned them down and insists on staying to fight for his place in the team.

Gabriel Jesus News / Just Arsenal / August 22

'Makes me very proud' Arsenal star celebrates a decade in England

Gabriel Jesus first moved to England in 2017 when he joined Manchester City directly from Palmeiras as a youngster, and in less than six months, he will have spent a decade in England’s top flight.

Bruno Guimaraes News / Just Arsenal / August 22

Arsenal insists on keeping Zubimendi despite signing Guimaraes

Martin Zubimendi could struggle to start matches for Arsenal this season, as they have signed Bruno Guimaraes and Myles Lewis Skelly has returned to form.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / August 22

Arsenal tell Osimhen to make one sacrifice to join them

Arsenal hope to complete a move for Victor Osimhen by the end of this transfer window as they remain in talks to land the Nigerian striker. Osimhen is a long-term target for Arsenal, as the Nigerian consistently proves that he is one of the best attackers in the world, and this summer could be the time they finally sign him.