Arsenal have signed Greece international Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge for €40 million on a five-year contract, leaving Fortuna Düsseldorf without a sell-on fee.
Arsenal defender William Saliba has been ruled out for an extended period after sustaining a back injury during France’s World Cup semi-final defeat by Spain.
European champions Barcelona begin pre-season with just 17 senior players after losing seven stars including Alexia Putellas to English clubs, as the club’s financial crisis forces key departures.
Former Arsenal striker Jérémie Aliadière has raised serious concerns over William Saliba’s back injury, suggesting the France international could require surgery and face up to five months on the sidelines.
Arsenal have signed Spain international goalkeeper Misa Rodríguez from Real Madrid on a free transfer. The 27-year-old, who captained the Spanish side in 2025, arrives as part of the Gunners’ major summer recruitment drive.
Hamburger SV remain interested in signing Fábio Vieira permanently from Arsenal, but negotiations have stalled over the transfer fee. The German club are seeking a deal below €10 million while the Gunners demand significantly more.
Arsenal defender William Saliba was forced off with a back injury during France’s semi-final defeat to Spain. The centre-back had been managing the problem since the closing stages of the domestic season.
Arsenal have confirmed an agreement with Besiktas for the transfer of Leandro Trossard. The 31-year-old Belgian winger will leave the Emirates after three and a half seasons.
Manchester City have completed the £12.5 million signing of teenage winger Jeremy Monga from Leicester City, beating competition from Arsenal for the 17-year-old’s signature.
The French goalkeeper is out of contract following his departure from Leeds United on 1 July and is expected to become the Gunners’ third-choice option.