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Trossard set for shock Arsenal exit

Arsenal have reportedly reached an agreement with Besiktas for the sale of Leandro Trossard. The Belgian international, who has been a key player under Mikel Arteta, is now poised to end his successful stint at the Emirates for a new challenge in Turkey.

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Bruno can take Arsenal to another level alongside Odegaard

There will be some added intrigue for Arsenal fans during Brazil's clash with Norway in the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup. While much of the focus will undoubtedly be on superstar attackers Vinicius Jr and Erling Haaland before kick-off on Sunday, one significant subplot is the battle between present and potentially future Gunners midfielders.

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Sources: Odegaard happy at Arsenal amid 'false' Galatasaray links

Sources tell GOAL that Martin Odegaard is not set to leave Arsenal for Galatasaray this summer, with reports of a potential Emirates exit described as “completely false.” The midfielder is expected to play a key role in the Gunners’ Premier League title defense, though his focus remains on Norway’s World Cup run rather than recent transfer rumours.

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‘Not a classy attacker’ but Gyokeres backed to produce ‘best’

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. The powerful frontman enjoyed a productive debut campaign at Emirates Stadium, but continues to see more forwards linked with big-money moves to north London.

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'The door is open' - Saliba tipped for Real Madrid transfer

France legend Marcel Desailly believes William Saliba's rise to becoming the "best defender in the world" at Arsenal makes a future move to Real Madrid inevitable. The former Chelsea star insists "the door is open" for Saliba to join the Spanish giants, and has ranked him above Gunners team-mate Gabriel in terms of overall quality.

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Arsenal and Spain legend Cazorla announces retirement

Santi Cazorla has announced his retirement from professional football, ending a career that lasted more than 20 years. The former Arsenal and Spain midfielder signed off after helping boyhood club Real Oviedo return to La Liga last year, completing a memorable final chapter following one of football's greatest comeback stories.

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‘Big players always moved’ - Rogers to Arsenal annoys ex-Villan

Tony Cascarino has admitted to GOAL that “big players have always moved”, but the former Aston Villa striker is still annoyed at the slightly baffling situation that sees Morgan Rogers generating intense transfer talk. The England international is seeing a big-money move to Arsenal speculated on, with the Villans needing to sanction sales in order to comply with Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR).

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‘World-class already’ - Rice’s special quality highlighted

Declan Rice is “world-class” already, former Arsenal midfielder Stefan Schwarz has told GOAL, with the Gunners star considered to boast a special quality that makes him a potential Ballon d’Or contender of the future. England international Rice is hoping to come into contention for that prize while chasing down more major honours with club and country.

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Rogers in, Odegaard out? Ex-Arsenal star reacts to transfer talk

Arsenal are being heavily linked with Morgan Rogers so could it be a case of one in, one out at Emirates Stadium as the Aston Villa playmaker replaces Martin Odegaard in Mikel Arteta’s plans? Stefan Schwarz has reacted to that surprising transfer talk during an exclusive interview with GOAL, with the former Gunners midfielder expecting the club’s Premier League title-winning captain to stick around for now.

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Bournemouth reject Arsenal move for Scott

Arsenal have seen an opening enquiry for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott firmly rejected as Mikel Arteta looks to bolster his engine room. Despite the player's soaring reputation, the Cherries have no intention of sanctioning a deal for one of their most prized assets this summer.

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Villa demand record fee for Rogers

Aston Villa have slapped a staggering £130 million price tag on star man Morgan Rogers as interest from Premier League giants Arsenal and Chelsea continues to intensify. The Villans are determined to keep hold of their talisman, setting a valuation that would shatter the British transfer record for the England international.

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Arteta loses senior Arsenal lieutenant in backroom shake-up

Arsenal are set to see a significant departure from Mikel Arteta's inner circle as the club continue to overhaul the performance department. Tom Allen, the long-serving head of sports science and performance, is the latest senior figure to leave the Emirates Stadium following an extensive internal review into the squad's fitness protocols.

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Jesus hints at Serie A move and admits Brazil axe was fair

Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus has openly fuelled intense speculation linking him with a summer move to Juventus and AC Milan, confessing to a childhood dream of playing in Italy. Breaking his silence after being dropped by Brazil for the World Cup, the 29-year-old delivered a remarkably honest assessment of his campaign, admitting he fully agreed with Carlo Ancelotti's decision.

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Fabregas returns to Arsenal for Como friendly

Arsenal icon Cesc Fabregas is set for an emotional homecoming this summer after it was confirmed his Como side will travel to north London for a pre-season friendly. The former Gunners captain will lead the Italian outfit out at the Emirates Stadium on August 12 as both sides ramp up their preparations for the 2026-27 campaign.

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Gyokeres makes transfer stance clear as Arsenal pursue Alvarez

Arsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres has broken his silence regarding his future at the club following reports that the club could use him as a makeweight to sign Atletico Madrid star Julian Alvarez. The Sweden international enjoyed a title-winning debut season in north London but now finds his place under scrutiny as Mikel Arteta looks to evolve his attacking options.

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How much?! Arsenal learn staggering Rogers price tag

Arsenal have been handed a significant reality check in their pursuit of Morgan Rogers, with the Premier League champions informed that it will take a sensational nine-figure sum to prise the playmaker away from Villa Park. Mikel Arteta is desperate to freshen up his midfield options following another successful domestic campaign, but the cost of landing one of the league's brightest talents is set to test the Gunners' resolve.

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How £105m Arsenal transfer helped Rice step up ‘three levels’

Declan Rice’s £105 million ($139m) switch to Arsenal is considered to have helped him step up “two or three levels”, with ex-England captain Terry Butcher telling GOAL why a big-money transfer helped a Three Lions star of the present to join the global elite. Rice is considered to sit inside that talent pool as a Premier League title winner, World Cup hopeful, Ballon d’Or contender and future skipper of his country.

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Pepe double sends Ivory Coast to World Cup knockout stage for first time ever

Nicolas Pepe proved to be the hero as Ivory Coast finally ended their World Cup group stage hoodoo with a comfortable 2-0 victory over Curacao. The former Arsenal winger rose to the occasion in Philadelphia to secure his nation's place in the last 32. It marks a historic milestone for the Elephants, who had never previously progressed beyond the opening round of the tournament.

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Arsenal hold talks with Guimaraes over shock transfer

Premier League champions Arsenal have reportedly initiated surprise exploratory talks with the camp of Newcastle United star Bruno Guimaraes as they plot a blockbuster summer midfield reinforcement. Mikel Arteta’s recruitment team is actively gauging the market for the 28-year-old Brazil international, forcing Newcastle to brace for a formal offer.