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Arsenal finally hires a replacement for Per Mertesacker

Arsenal have appointed Pascal De Maesschalck as their new academy director, replacing Per Mertesacker, according to Sky Sports. The move brings a change in leadership at the club’s youth development structure following Mertesacker’s long spell in the role.

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12 Arsenal stars still chasing World Cup glory after France reach quarter-finals

The 2026 World Cup is down to its final 16 teams, and Arsenal remain one of the best-represented clubs in the competition with 12 Gunners still dreaming of lifting the trophy.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / July 4

Will Declan Rice be fit to face Mexico?

Declan Rice is continuing to manage an injury he picked up in the second half of last season, and there is ongoing discussion about whether he will feature for England against Mexico in the round of 16 at the World Cup, despite still being an important figure for the national side.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 4

Arsenal offered the chance to sign Barcelona man

Jules Kounde could leave Barcelona this summer, and according to Team Talk, Arsenal have been handed the chance to sign the full-back. The Frenchman has

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Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 4

Liverpool and Arsenal target could prefer to join the Gunners

Bradley Barcola is attracting interest from Liverpool and Arsenal, with both clubs keen to secure his signature during the current transfer window, as reported by Sports Illustrated.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 4

France icon wants Saliba to play for Real Madrid

William Saliba has been consistently linked with a move to Real Madrid throughout his career at Arsenal, with many surprised when he recently committed his future to the Emirates by signing a new contract.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / July 4

Arsenal makes formal enquiry for Serie A star

Although Juventus have repeatedly insisted that Kenan Yildiz is not for sale, Arsenal continue to pursue the forward and have now reportedly stepped up their interest in the Turkish international ahead of the summer transfer window.

Leandro Trossard News / Caught Offside / July 4

Exclusive now confirmed: Arsenal’s Leandro Trossard close to €20m transfer exit

Arsenal winger Leandro Trossard is reportedly closing in on a €20m transfer to Besiktas, as our previous exclusive is confirmed. The Belgium international, currently with his country at the 2026 World Cup, has previously been in advanced talks over joining Besiktas.

Declan Rice News / Just Arsenal / July 4

Expert gives more detail about Declan Rice’s injury struggle

Declan Rice is currently managing an injury issue that has affected him throughout 2026, although he continues to feature regularly for England during the World Cup despite limited recovery time between matches.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / July 4

Arsenal gets flexible in bid to beat Liverpool to World Cup talent

Arsenal are determined not to lose the race for Ayyoub Bouaddi as the midfielder continues to attract strong interest from several major European clubs, including Manchester City and Liverpool.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / July 4

Arsenal is among clubs watching 21-year-old midfielder

Arsenal are among the clubs linked with a move for Breno Bidon as the Gunners continue working to strengthen their squad ahead of next season. Mikel Arteta already possesses one of the strongest teams in European football, but Arsenal remain determined to add further quality and depth in key areas of the pitch.

Declan Rice News / Just Arsenal / July 4

'I’ll do a job' Rice discusses playing right back against DR Congo

Declan Rice remains open to helping England in any role as he continues to be tipped for a possible deployment at right back in their next World Cup match.

Bukayo Saka News / The Trivela Effect / July 4

Bukayo Saka could flip the recent narrative with one big game

England will face one of the host nations, Mexico, on Sunday night in the World Cup Round of 16, and while the Three Lions always like to think of themselves as one of the favorites and have been Finalists in the last two European Championships, they know there is a reason why they have not won the big one in decades.

Arsenal FC News / Caught Offside / July 4

Report: Arsenal enter North London battle for ‘generational’ attacking talent

Arsenal are ready to challenge Tottenham for Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi, setting up a fascinating north London transfer battle for one of the Premier League’s most exciting young attackers.

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Martin Odegaard News / Just Arsenal / July 4

What Martin Odegaard thinks about shock links to Galatasaray

Martin Odegaard has been linked with a move to Galatasaray in recent days, according to a report on Goal, as the midfielder continues to deliver strong performances for Norway at the World Cup.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 4

Barcelona joins Arsenal in the race for Ligue 1 star

Barcelona are the latest club to show interest in Bradley Barcola as the French winger’s future at Paris Saint-Germain remains uncertain during the current transfer window.

Declan Rice News / Just Arsenal / July 3

Paul Merson worries about Rice playing at right back against Mexico

Paul Merson has voiced concern as Declan Rice is being tipped to play at right back for England against Mexico in the World Cup round of 16. England secured a win over the DR Congo in the round of 32, although the match was not straightforward, with the right back position exposed on several occasions during the first half of the contest.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / July 3

Arsenal man tells them he now wants to leave

Kepa Arrizabalaga joined Arsenal last summer from Chelsea, but he has played in just one league match for them since making the move, and he now wants to leave, according to Team Talk, as his situation at the club has developed in a way he did not anticipate.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / July 3

Lille wants £86m for Arsenal target to leave this summer

Arsenal are determined to position themselves at the front of the race to sign Ayyoub Bouaddi this summer, with several clubs also interested in securing the teenage Moroccan star’s signature.

Bruno Guimaraes News / Just Arsenal / July 3

Should Arsenal pay £80million for Bruno Guimaraes?

Arsenal remain interested in signing Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United, despite being informed that the midfielder is not available for transfer. According to Football Insider, the Magpies value their captain at around £80 million, even though he will be 29 in November and has only two years remaining on his current contract.

Fabio Vieira News / Just Arsenal / July 3

How much can Hamburg afford to pay for Fabio Vieira

Fabio Vieira could still be the subject of a transfer this summer, with Hamburg reportedly holding an option to sign him on a permanent deal after his loan spell.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / July 3

Why Arsenal allowed top midfielder to join their rivals

Arsenal have been linked with a move for Sandro Tonali since the January transfer window; however, the Italian midfielder is heading towards Tottenham Hotspur instead.

Martin Odegaard News / Caught Offside / July 3

Terms agreed: Arsenal star’s agent strikes deal, club-to-club talks ongoing over €40m transfer

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard could reportedly be edging closer to a transfer to Galatasaray after personal terms were agreed. Odegaard’s agent has supposedly been in Istanbul to discuss this deal, with there apparently being no remaining issues now for the Norway international to accept the move.

Viktor Gyokeres News / Goal.com / July 3

‘Not a classy attacker’ but Viktor Gyokeres backed by fellow Swede to produce his ‘best’ for Arsenal in Premier League title defence

Former Arsenal and Sweden midfielder Stefan Schwarz has told GOAL that while Viktor Gyokeres may not be a “classy attacker”, he is finding his feet in the Premier League - as a title winner - and should be closer to his “best” during the 2026-27 campaign.