Every single Arsenal transfer link over the 2024 summer transfer window, including incomings and outgoings from Emirates Stadium.
Arsenal are gearing up for a busy summer transfer window which could see some huge changes made to their first-team squad.
The Gunners were within a whisker of winning the Premier League title last season, taking their challenge to the final day before ultimately losing out to Manchester City.
It marked the second season in a row where the north London outfit have fallen just short, something they won’t want to experience a third time.
For Mikel Arteta, that could mean some ruthless changes to the team at his disposal, whether that’s through incomings or outgoings.
The Arsenal manager has shown his willingness to make tough decisions if required and this summer may follow the same course.
So, with that said, here’s a look at every transfer rumour surrounding Arsenal, including incomings and outgoings from London Colney…
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Goalkeepers linked with Arsenal transfer
Arsenal have been linked with new goalkeepers during the summer 2024 transfer window amid doubts surrounding Aaron Ramsdale’s future in N5.
One option Arteta and sporting director Edu have explored is Jordan Pickford, with Arsenal rivalling Chelsea’s interest in the Everton star. The London rivals have both paid close attention to the Toffees’ financial problems in view of a possible bargain.
Reports in Spain have even claimed Arsenal made Real Madrid an offer to sign Andriy Lunin before he jetted off to Euro 2024 with Ukraine. Los Blancos have also offered the shot-stopper a new contract but Lunin is thinking about his future.
A return to Emirates Stadium has even been considered for Wojciech Szczesny as Arsenal look for a homegrown goalkeeper to replace Ramsdale. The Gunners would like to sign a homegrown player if their England international leaves to help meet the quota.
Another homegrown goalkeeper on Arsenal’s radar is Brighton & Hove Albion’s Jason Steele, who also played with David Raya at Blackburn Rovers. The experienced shot-stopper is only a rotational part of the Seagulls’ line-up but is under contract until 2026.
If Arteta and Edu elect against a homegrown signing in goal, the Gunners could also advance Arsenal’s interest in Diant Ramaj of AFC Ajax. The north London giants feel the German fits their desired profile with his ability on the ball after frequent scouting trips.
Another Eredivisie shot-stopper has also featured on Arteta’s radar this summer with Arsenal interested in Justin Bijlow’s transfer from Feyenoord. The Gunners and Liverpool believe the Dutchman would be an ideal signing to serve as their No2s in 2024/25.
A shock summer switch to Emirates Stadium is even on the cards for Wolves goalkeeper Dan Bentley as Arsenal prepare to replace Ramsdale. The Gunners have marked the experienced shot-stopper as one option to provide cover for Raya as he faces being third-pick for Wolves.
Arteta has not only sought a proven understudy for Raya this summer but also a young prospect with Arsenal exploring the transfer of AFC Ajax gem Tommy Setford. The England youth international is highly rated and would join on a long-term contract.
Defenders transfer linked to Arsenal
Jeremie Frimpong has been linked with a switch to Arsenal if he opts to leave Bayer Leverkusen in the summer transfer window. The wing-back helped his side towards an unbeaten Bundesliga title-winning campaign last season.
Ajax defender Jorrel Hato is also a target for Arsenal in the summer transfer market, according to various reports. The youngster has impressed in the early stages of his career in Amsterdam, leading to such interest in his services for the future.
In late May, Arsenal were linked with a move for Crystal Palace and England defender Marc Guehi. The centre-back is also claimed to be on the radar of Manchester United as he nears the final two years of his contract.
With plenty of talk also surrounding a new left-back, Arsenal have made Fenerbahce an offer to sign Ferdi Kadioglu. But the Gunners and Borrusia Dortmund are yet to meet his Super Lig side’s asking price of at least €35-40m (£30-34m).
LOSC Lille defender Leny Yoro has been rumoured with a move to Arsenal in the summer transfer window, as well. The teenager made 32 appearances in Ligue 1 last season, impressing at centre-back.
With a new centre-back sought after in north London, Arsenal have also shown an interest in signing Murillo from Nottingham Forest. But sporting director Edu and Arteta do not covet his arrival in N5 as much as the other, with Edu the Brazilian’s bigger fan.
The Gunners could also move for a new right-back in the summer transfer window with reports of Arsenal keeping tabs on Lutsharel Geertruida’s situation at Feyenoord. Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur also like the Rotterdam native, who De Kup chiefs value at £25m.
A star showing for Italy early on at Euro 2024 also sparked reports that Arsenal approached Riccardo Calafiori’s agent to discuss a potential transfer for the Bologna centre-back. But the Gunners are facing competition from Tottenham for the €50m (£42m) gem.
With a new centre-back possibly on Arteta’s shopping list this summer, Arsenal have also shown an interest in FC Barcelona star Jules Kounde. But reports in Spain note the Catalan club will demand a big offer with the Blaugrana loath to lose the Frenchman.
The chance to sign free agent Sergio Roberto has also taken Arteta’s interest with Arsenal contacting the Barcelona product. He left Camp Nou in June after the Blaugrana opted against giving the right-back a new contract.
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Midfield transfer targets for Arsenal
Everton defensive midfielder Amadou Onana is on Arsenal’s radar this summer, according to reports. The Belgian has impressed since he moved to Merseyside in August 2022, having played a key role in the Toffees’ fights for Premier League survival since.
Arsenal have been linked with a move for Benfica wonderkid Joao Neves, with rumours appearing in early May. The 19-year-old midfielder is claimed to have a £86million release clause in his current deal.
Arsenal continue to be heavily linked with a switch for Newcastle United’s Bruno Guimaraes in the summer window. The Brazilian has quickly become a star in the Premier League and for Brazil since joining the Magpies.
Amid a move for a new midfielder, Arsenal are monitoring Shakhtar Donetsk star Georgiy Sudakov. The 21-year-old produced ten goal involvements in 23 league games last season.
Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi has been scouted by Arsenal leading into the summer transfer window. The 25-year-old’s impressive performances have led to plenty of talk surrounding an exit.
Throughout the summer window, Arsenal have been linked with another move for Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz. The Brazilian was heavily linked with the Gunners in 2022 and 2023 but has stayed at Villa Park so far.
AS Monaco midfielder Youssouf Fofana is a player on Arsenal’s radar for the summer window. The Frenchman has openly discussed leaving the club in the coming months.
Aston Villa stalling in their efforts to sign Weston McKennie also opened a door for Arsenal to move for the Juventus midfielder’s transfer. The Gunners are long-term admirers of the USMNT star and could launch a move this summer.
Arteta could also add a new attacking threat to his midfield this summer with Arsenal using Euro 2024 to scout Real Madrid wonderkid Arda Guler. The Turkey gem scored a wonder goal in a 3-1 win over Georgia but is also liked by Liverpool and Manchester City.
The Gunners are also one of several clubs monitoring events at Stamford Bridge. Reports in Spain claim Arsenal, Atletico Madrid, West Ham United and Tottenham have asked Chelsea for information on Conor Gallagher.
A north London battle could even take place for the transfer of Eberechi Eze with Arsenal, Tottenham and also Manchester City interested in the Crystal Palace star, per reports. The Eagles are also braced for offers but are likely to demand more than £60m.
Reports in Spain even claim Arteta has personally asked Arsenal to target the transfer of Real Sociedad midfielder Mikel Merino this year. The Spaniard is desperate to sign his compatriot ‘no matter what’ with a £21m deal available for a player Arteta has also already approached.
Another Spain international midfielder also features on the Gunners’ shopping list with Arsenal holding talks with Paris Saint-Germain about Fabian Ruiz’s transfer. Edu is trying to broker a loan deal with the obligation to buy as Arteta refreshes their core.
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Wingers linked with Arsenal
Arsenal are among a whole host of teams that have been linked with a transfer for Xavi Simons this summer. The forward impressed greatly during a loan spell with RB Leipzig last term, though his future at PSG currently remains unclear.
Crystal Palace star Michael Olise is on the radar of Arsenal in the summer transfer window, according to reports in late May. Olise has impressed in recent years, but a new contract extension last summer could make a deal difficult.
Late May had Arsenal linked with another winger, this time it was Athletic Club youngster Nico Williams. The Span international dynamo has become a star in La Liga and has plenty more time to become a global superstar, too.
One shock transfer that has been touted this summer suggested Marcus Rashford moving from Manchester United to Arsenal. It remains to be seen whether that deal is likely to happen or not.
FC Barcelona star Raphinha is back on Arsenal’s radar ahead of the summer transfer window as Arteta seeks new forwards, too. The Brazilian winger was linked with the Gunners back in 2022 whilst at Leeds United but opted to join the Blaugrana instead.
Wolves winger Pedro Neto continues to be rumoured with a move to Arsenal this summer. The Portugal forward has been a long-term target for the Gunners, though no move has been made at this point.
Thriving at the 2024 Copa America also tempted Arsenal to show an interest in Watford star Yaser Asprilla. But the Gunners are not alone in tracking the Colombian with Everton also a fan. Yet the Hornets are seeking £15m, despite Asprilla only being under contract until 2025.
Ukraine forward Viktor Tsygankov has also drawn interest from Arsenal, Manchester United and Aston Villa. The Premier League trio took note of the winger’s efforts for Girona in La Liga last season, aided by a £25m release clause.
Italy star Federico Chiesa is another winger to have been linked with a transfer to Arsenal this summer. New Juventus boss Thiago Motta even excluded him from their opening pre-season mini-camp amid the Gunners making a formal approach.
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Strikers transfer linked to Arsenal
Early May saw Arsenal linked with a possible transfer for long-term target Dusan Vlahovic in the summer window. The Gunners missed out on the striker in January 2022 to Juventus but could still land the Serbian international.
Amid their search for a striker, Arsenal have been linked with a move for AFC Bournemouth striker Dominic Solanke. The forward scored 19 goals in the Premier League last season, impressing many as a result along with his hold-up play.
Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres has been linked with a move to Arsenal in the transfer window. The Sweden forward scored 29 goals in 33 Liga Portugal games last season while laying on 10 assists for his teammates.
Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez is another striker on Arsenal’s transfer shortlist for this summer. The Argentina star and 2022 World Cup winner has consistently featured at the top end of the game, scoring goals throughout his career.
Brentford and England ace Ivan Toney has been heavily linked with a transfer to Arsenal in the summer window. The striker is entering the final year of his contract with the Bees, leading to plenty of interest.
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Links continue to appear surrounding Arsenal and a move for Newcastle striker Alexander Isak. The Swedish forward scored 21 goals in the Premier League from 30 appearances.
Bologna striker Joshua Zirkzee has been regularly linked with a move to Arsenal in the current window. The 23-year-old, formerly of Bayern Munich, played a huge part in helping Bologna qualify for the 2024/25 Champions League.
Arteta’s striker search has seen Arsenal heavily pursue a transfer for RB Leipzig star Benjamin Sesko this summer. With 14 goals and two assists in 31 Bundesliga appearances last season, the youngster has continued to impress at the top level.
Euro 2024 also gave Arteta a chance to scout Artem Dovbyk of Girona with Arsenal, Atletico Madrid and Napoli interested. The Gunners also tested the waters to sign the Ukraine ace before the European Championship but face paying his €40-50m (£34-42m) release clause.
Sesko signing a new contract with RB Leipzig also tempted Arsenal to revive their interest in Brighton striker Evan Ferguson. The Republic of Ireland international has been on the Gunners’ radar for some time and a move may materialise this summer.
Napoli talisman Victor Osimhen is one of Arsenal’s big-ticket striker targets for this summer’s transfer window, too. But reports in Italy note that the Gunners value him at €75m (£63.5m), while Azzurri president Aurelio de Laurentiis wants his full €120m (£101.5m) release clause.
Which Arsenal players have been linked with a transfer exit?
With a busy summer transfer window expected, Arsenal could see a whole host of players leave in the coming weeks and months.
Emile Smith Rowe has been one of the main players linked with a switch away from Emirates Stadium, following another campaign where he struggled to cement himself back in the Arsenal team.
Takehiro Tomiyasu has been a surprise transfer target for SSC Napoli following some impressive performances for Arsenal, despite his frequent injury troubles.
With plenty of talk surrounding strikers coming into the club, Arsenal product Eddie Nketiah has been a main candidate for a transfer exit this summer. The England international scored five goals in 27 Premier League games in 2023/24 but none beyond October.
Another forward in Gabriel Jesus could also make a move away from Arsenal this summer as teams continue to circle a potential deal.
Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich have been rumoured with an interest in Arsenal defender Oleksandr Zinchenko, following on from the announcement of Vincent Kompany as their new head coach.
Zinchenko isn’t the only Gunners player linked with a switch to Bavaria, either. Reports following Kompany’s appointment noted that Bayern Munich were also interested in landing Albert Sambi Lokonga from Arsenal at the Belgian boss’ request.
Lokonga ultimately departed N5 to join Sevilla on loan in July, while Nuno Tavares headed to Lazio on loan.
Following a difficult campaign in north London, Arsenal goalkeeper Ramsdale has been linked with a move to the likes of AC Milan, Chelsea and Newcastle this summer.
Jakub Kiwior could make a shock Arsenal exit as reports claim that Serie A clubs are eying a potential deal for the centre-back, who often played at left-back in 2023/24 for Arteta.
Midfielder Thomas Partey could leave Arsenal this summer with the Ghanian entering the final year of his contract.
Kieran Tierney is also facing an uncertain future at Arsenal having spent last season on loan to Real Sociedad.
Fringe player Fabio Vieira may exit Arsenal in the summer transfer window, too. Likewise, Reiss Nelson could leave Arsenal with Leicester City confident about their chances of signing the forward.
At the academy level, Arsenal also decided to terminate talks with Chido Obi-Martin about a new contract amid interest from Manchester United due to the striker’s demands.
This article was written in collaboration with Kyle Archer.
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