Arsenal transfer news LIVE: Edu vow, Jorginho contract, Isak, and Sesko linked (2024)

19th Jun 2024, 21:53By Kostas Lianos

Toney and Rice friendship

Brentford star Ivan Toney would have an instant best friend in the Arsenal dressing room should he move to the Emirates this summer.

That is because he is so close to Declan Rice that the midfielder would pick Toney ahead of all England team-mates if he had to choose one to spend a year with on a desert island.

Rice was asked that exact question while sitting alongside the long-term Arsenal target on FA show Lions’ Den out in Germany.

The ex-West Ham star said: “It’s an easy answer, the man next to me.

“We’re on the same wavelength, we have the same interests, the same music. We like the same hobbies. We just get on really well, so definitely Ivan.”

Toney, who is expected to leave the Bees this summer, added: “I don’t think we would be worried about being stuck, we would just catch [have] jokes.”

19th Jun 2024, 21:22By Kostas Lianos

Kieran Tierney injury blow

Scotland ace Kieran Tierney has sustained yet another injury during the Euro 2024 clash against Switzerland.

It’s seems like Arsenal’s Tierney has hurt his knee gollowing a challenge with Bologna's Dan Ndoye.

The full-back, who spent last season on loan at Real Sociedad, has experienced a raft of setbacks throughout his five-year spell at the Emirates.

The 27-year-old looked devastated as he was stretchered out and replaced by Scott McKenna.

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19th Jun 2024, 20:37By Kostas Lianos

Bukayo Saka advice

Rio Ferdinand reckons England manager Gareth Southgate should deploy Arsenal star Bukayo Saka at left-back against Denmark.

If [Luke] Shaw's not fit then 100 per cent, we're bang in trouble.

We would have to put Saka at left-back. I'd play Saka at left-back then I would.

If you ain't got Shaw and you ain't got [Kieran] Trippier then I would play Saka at left-back.

I'd play it where as soon as we get possession Saka is a left winger.

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SAK TO THE BEGINNING Ferdinand says Saka should play at LEFT-BACK as England sweat on Shaw

19th Jun 2024, 19:48By Kostas Lianos

New Willian contract

Fulham star Willian has been offered another one-year deal after impressing last term.

The 35-year old is out of contract but the Cottagers’ manager Marco Silva wants him to stay on.

The former Arsenal star has played a key role at Craven Cottage since Fulham won the Championship in 2022.

The winger signed a 12-month deal last season and has been a revelation under Silva.

WILL-ER DEALER Fulham offer Willian, 35, new contract as they try to cling on to Palhinha

19th Jun 2024, 19:00By Kostas Lianos

Tierney starts for Scotland

Arsenal ace Kieran Tierney, who spent last season on loan at Real Scoedad, starts for Scotland against Switzerland.

Scotland: Gunn, Hendry, Hanley, Tierney, Ralston, Gilmour, McGregor, Robertson, McTominay, McGinn, Adams.

Switzerland: Sommer, Schär, Akanji, Rodríguez; Widmer, Xhaka, Freuler, Aebischer, Ndoye, Vargas, Shaqiri

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19th Jun 2024, 18:33By Kostas Lianos

Saliba on Arsenal teammates

Arsenal ace William Saliba is ignoring his Emirates teammates as the defender bids to defy his France doubters during Euro 2024.

I haven't spoken to anyone from Arsenal. I will leave them be for the tournament.

The coach is on vacation, you have to leave him alone. I already see my teammates enough during the season!

My France teammates are giving me enough support.

William Saliba

19th Jun 2024, 17:26By Kostas Lianos

Benjamin Sesko's new contract

RB Leipzig star Benjamin Sesko has ended speculation about his future as he signed a new contract.

Sesko was linked with a number of Premier League clubs, such as Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United - the Gunners were especially said to hold the upper hand.

The striker was said to have had a release clause that would have made him available for £55million until June 30.

However, the Slovenia international has now signed an improved deal with Leipzig until 2029.

19th Jun 2024, 16:13By Jordan Davies

Viktor Gyokeres Exclusive

Sporting Lisbon will remain firm on their valuation of Arsenal summer target Viktor Gyokeres.

Gyokeres has a release clause worth about £85million ahead of the summer transfer window.

The Gunners want to negotiate a fee in the region of £50m-£60m, but Sporting are unwilling to let the centre-forward leave on the cheap.

The Sweden international's deal expires in 2028 and Premier League rivals Manchester United are also keen.

VIK OF THE BUNCH Arsenal face more transfer frustration with Gyokeres fee after Sesko snub

19th Jun 2024, 15:22By Kostas Lianos

Arsenal Premier League fixtures

Arsenal have found out their fixtures list for the 2024-25 campaign.

The Gunners kick things off with Wolves at the Emirates on August 17.

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19th Jun 2024, 14:54By Anthony Chapman

Saka stepping up for teammates

Bukayo Saka feels it is his responsibility to help England’s less experienced players – despite being just 22.

Arsenal star Saka told ITV Football: “No, I don’t feel like a veteran. I think I’ve got a lot to improve on and a long way to go.

“But I do feel like I have a lot more experience now and especially in the team, I have a bit more experience than some other players.

“So it’s my responsibility to help the players coming in.”

19th Jun 2024, 14:11By Anthony Chapman

Exclusive by Andy Dillon

Willian has been offered another one year deal by Fulham after impressing last season.

The 35-year old is out of contract but boss Marco Silva wants the veteran Brazilian to stay on as the club establishes itself back in the Premier League.

The former Chelsea and Arsenal winger has played a key role at Craven Cottage since Fulham won the Championship title in 2022.

He signed a 12 month deal at the start of last season and has been a revelation under coach Silva.

WILL-ER DEALER Fulham offer Willian, 35, new contract as they try to cling on to Palhinha

19th Jun 2024, 13:19By Anthony Chapman

United leading race for Zirkzee

Man Utd have stolen a march on Premier League rivals Arsenal in the hunt for Bologna striker Joshua Zirkzee.

The Red Devilsare reportedly in talks with the Dutchman's representatives after showing "advanced interest" in the 23-year-old.

Arsenal lead Zirkzee's list of other Prem admirers.

But despite a switch to England appearing most likely,AC Milanare still understood to be keen on the formerBayern Munichfringe player.

Zirkzee has a buyout clause of 40million euros - around £34m.

19th Jun 2024, 12:28By Anthony Chapman

Monaco ace fancies Gunners switch

Aleksandr Golovin has revealed he would be open to joining Arsenal.

He said: "I like where I am now, even more than in previous years.

"We have the strongest [Monaco] team of all time, the coach is also the most successful. So, right now, I’m not thinking about switching.

"But if you move, then only to top clubs. PSG, Manchester City, Real Madrid.

"I would also say Arsenal, because I have always had sympathy for this club."

19th Jun 2024, 11:45By Anthony Chapman

Zinchenko criticised over Ukraine performance

Oleksandr Zinchenko's role in Ukraine's 3-0 defeat to Romania has been blasted by former star Viktor Leonenko.

He said: "It would be better for all of us to turn off the lights than to watch such a game.

“They consider themselves stars, our football players. They became stars. After such games, it will be interesting for me to look at the updated transfer value of Lunin or Zinchenko.

“It’s when the goals are flying in, the goalkeeper doesn’t help and Zinchenko is reading the newspaper on the wing, not playing, then we lose 3-0.”

19th Jun 2024, 10:55By Anthony Chapman

Gunners target talks down transfer

Martin Zubimendi has cooled talks linking him with a move to Arsenal.

The Real Sociedad star is currently at the Euros with Spain and has also been linked with Bayern Munich.

He said: "I mainly look for the benefit of the national team, I am not thinking about what I can win in this European Championship.

"All my energy is focused on the group, on winning it, and the individual will be a consequence of all this that will come later. I’m not thinking about this now."

19th Jun 2024, 10:15By Anthony Chapman

Nelson demands transfer exit

Reiss Nelson has told Arsenal he wants to QUIT this summer.

The winger signed a new deal last year but was a bit-part player as the Gunners finished runners-up again.

Nelson has now demanded an exit for first team football elsewhere.

But Arsenal have slapped an interesting price tag on their former academy star.

GUNNER GO? Reiss Nelson ready to leave Arsenal as Gunners set price for Prem clubs

19th Jun 2024, 09:31By Anthony Chapman

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19th Jun 2024, 05:00By Joshua Hall

Fixtures released

A reminder that the Premier League fixtures were released yesterday, giving teams a glimpse at what they can expect next season.

Here's a look at how Arsenal's season will look...

19th Jun 2024, 03:00By Joshua Hall

Yesterday's headlines

Here's a roundup of some of the biggest Arsenal news that crossed our live blog yesterday.

• Premier League fixtures released
• Martin Zubimendi gives update on future
• Reports claim Victor Osimhen transfer is "unlikely"
• Ben White snapped on his holidays

Scroll down to read more...

18th Jun 2024, 00:01By Joshua Hall

Arsenal convince keeper to stay

Arsenal have convinced Hale End graduate Karl Hein to sign a new contract at the club, according toThe Athletic.

Hein, 22, was out of contract and set to leave this summer.

However, the goalkeeper has now been convinced to stay at the Emirates and is expected to sign a new contract imminently.

A loan transfer is seen as the next step in his development.

While David Raya is expected to make his move permanent too.

18th Jun 2024, 22:45By Joshua Hall

Club confirms transfer talks

SK Sturm Graz’s director of football, Andreas Schicker, has confirmed transfer talks with Arsenal.

Schicker has explained there have been ongoing discussions around a deal for Mika Biereth.

Biereth, 21, spent the second half of the season on loan with the Austrian side - scoring five goals and registering three assists in 15 league appearances.

Now the European Championship finals are coming up, everyone is waiting and is in the role of observer.

Patience is required in the transfer window this year.

I’m in talks with Arsenal. I’ve spoken to Mika; he’s always felt comfortable with us

Andrea SchickerKronen Zeitung

18th Jun 2024, 22:00By Joshua Hall

Prem trio eye Xavi Simons

French outlet L'Equipe has claimed that Premier League trio Arsenal, Manchester City and Manchester United are all interested in signing Xavi Simons.

The PSG forward is currently representing the Netherlands at Euro 2024.

It's claimed that Simons, 21, doesn't believe that PSG "offer the right environment" to continue his development.

The star has spent the last two seasons on loan at RB Leipzig and PSV Eindhoven.

The Prem clubs could face competition for his signature with German giants Bayern Munich also understood to be interested.

18th Jun 2024, 21:15By Joshua Hall

Hale ending

Three Hale End graduates are considering leaving Arsenal this summer.

According to The Athletic, Eddie Nketiah, Emile Smith Rowe and Reiss Nelson are considering their futures at the club.

Smith Rowe and Nketiah both struggled for minutes last season and would represent pure profit on Arsenal's books if they were to be sold, but no price tag has been confirmed for either player.

While it's said that Arsenal would be looking to secure a fee of around £20million plus add-ons to let Nelson leave this summer.

18th Jun 2024, 20:28By Joshua Hall

Zinchenko slammed

Oleksandr Zinchenko has been singled out for his performance in Ukraine's 3-0 defeat to Romania yesterday.

The defender didn't perform to his usual standards and came in for heavy criticism after the game.

Former Ukraine star Viktor Leonenko criticised the team as a whole, before focusing in on Zinchenko's contribution to the embarrassing loss.

He said: "It would be better for all of us to turn off the lights than to watch such a game.

“They consider themselves stars, our football players. They became stars. After such games, it will be interesting for me to look at the updated transfer value of Lunin or Zinchenko.

“It’s when the goals are flying in, the goalkeeper doesn’t help and Zinchenko is reading the newspaper on the wing, not playing, then we lose 3-0.”

18th Jun 2024, 19:45By Joshua Hall

Osimhen unlikely

Despite reports linking Victor Osimhen with a move to Arsenal this summer, Football.London have claimed a deal is "unlikely".

They claim that the Gunners are focusing on midfield reinforcements over attacking signings for the time being.

Osimhen is understood to be valued at well over £100m.