Arsenal news

Eberechi Eze has withdrawn from the Crystal Palace squad for the Conference League clash with Fredrickstad ahead of his transfer to Arsenal.

Former Arsenal winger Theo Walcott has urged patience with Viktor Gyokeres after the Swedish striker endured a tough Premier League debut against Manchester United. Arsenal’s marquee summer signing lasted just 60 minutes before being replaced by Kai Havertz in the 1-0 win, failing to register a single shot and often appearing isolated against the United defence.

Eberechi Eze is the missing link for Arsenal in their hunt for a first Premier League crown under Mikel Arteta, according to former Gunner Paul Merson.

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has singled out Martin Zubimendi for praise after the summer signing impressed him in pre-season and showed flashes of quality in his Premier League debut against Manchester United. The Norwegian believes the Spaniard can give the Gunners a 'new dimension' as he settles into English football after his move to the Emirates from Real Sociedad.

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has called for patience with 15-year-old sensation Max Dowman despite the youngster’s standout pre-season displays. The teenage midfielder, a Hale End graduate, impressed during the pre-season Asia tour, catching the eye against AC Milan and Newcastle United, but Odegaard believes the prodigy must be eased into senior football carefully.

Crystal Palace talisman Eberechi Eze is heading to Arsenal in a blockbuster £67.5 million deal, and manager Oliver Glasner has made no attempt to hide his fury at how the saga has unfolded, leaving them with little time to find a replacement. The England international pulled out of Thursday night’s historic 1-0 Conference League play-off victory over Fredrikstad just hours before kick-off, with Glasner admitting he was blindsided by the timing.

Viktor Gyokeres has been defended by Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit after he was left "alone" by his team-mates following his disappointing Gunners debut. Despite Arsenal’s 1-0 win over Manchester United at Old Trafford, the Swedish forward was left frustrated, failing to register a single shot on goal. His performance was a far cry from the explosive displays that saw him secure a £64 million ($86m) transfer from Sporting Lisbon, with many Gunners fans left questioning whether he could live up to his hefty price tag.

Eberechi Eze is reportedly unlikely to make his Arsenal debut against Leeds United but could complete his move from Crystal Palace this weekend.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has dismissed suggestions that the Gunners’ swoop for Eberechi Eze was triggered by Kai Havertz’s injury setback. The north London side moved quickly to finalise a £60 million deal for the Crystal Palace star, beating Tottenham to his signature, but Arteta stressed the transfer had been long in the making and not a reaction to recent fitness concerns.

Tottenham boss Thomas Frank insists he has no problem missing out on Eberechi Eze and only wants players who want to 'wear this fantastic badge'.

Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino insists he played no role in Martin Zubimendi's transfer to the club, despite them both joining from Real Sociedad.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has hailed Leandro Trossard’s new contract as deserved 'recognition' for the Belgian’s impact since joining from Brighton in 2023, while hinting transfer speculation around the winger can be put to rest. Trossard has been linked with Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce but looks set to remain at the Emirates until the summer of 2027.

Leeds United manager Daniel Farke has insisted his side will not abandon their attacking DNA when they visit Arsenal on Saturday evening. Fresh off an opening-day win over Everton, the Premier League newcomers are preparing for a huge test at the Emirates, where the Gunners are expected to showcase their new-look frontline featuring Viktor Gyokeres.