Arsenal Transfer News Today
Arsenal FC are splashing the cash in the summer transfer market of 2025, with manager Mikel Arteta and sporting director Edu Gaspar eyeing up the major targets to make the team stronger for the 2025/26 Premier League season. From forwards to the midfield, the Gunners are executing a masterplan in the transfer market to push at the top.
Here's your full Arsenal transfer news update today – July 9, 2025, with confirmed signings, deals that are almost done, current targets, and players who are leaving.
Viktor Gyökeres Transfer Close – £69 Million from Sporting Lisbon
Arsenal to sign Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting Lisbon for £69 million, with personal terms agreed on a five-year contract. The 26-year-old Swedish forward has had an incredible 2024/25 season, scoring 54 goals in 52 games in all competitions.
This signing is seen as a major step in solving Arsenal's striker issues, which have been a problem for years. With Gyökeres' strength, pace, and merciless finishing, Arteta will now possess a true No. 9 to spearhead his attacking plans.
Personal Terms Agreed – Fee Around £55–60 Million for Noni Madueke
Arsenal have agreed personal terms with Chelsea winger Noni Madueke as they seek a deal in the range of £55 million to £60 million. Arteta considers Madueke to be a dynamic right-wing option with top-class dribbling and technical abilities, providing competition for Bukayo Saka.
Chelsea are said to be open to selling as they continue their own rebuild.
Eberechi Eze Identified as Leading Attacking Midfield Target
Arsenal also want to sign Eberechi Eze from Crystal Palace to bring creativity to the final third. The 26-year-old English playmaker scored 15 goals and supplied 9 assists in the Premier League last season, and would bring flair and directness to midfield.
Crystal Palace value Eze at £60–68 million, though Arsenal are considering cash-plus-player bids to try to talk the price down.
Martin Zubimendi Signing Confirmed – £60 Million from Real Sociedad
Arsenal completed the signing of Martin Zubimendi on July 6, 2025, for £60 million. The Spanish midfielder joins from Real Sociedad and will likely play as a double pivot with Declan Rice or switch into the deeper midfield role when Arsenal play 4-3-3.
Zubimendi brings Arsenal's defensive midfield solidity, with passing accuracy and ball-winning among his prime skills.
Kepa Arrizabalaga Joins Arsenal as Backup Keeper – £5 Million Deal
Another official signing is Kepa Arrizabalaga, who joins Arsenal from Chelsea via a £5 million release clause. The Spanish shotstopper joins the Gunners as David Raya's backup, bringing depth and experience to the goalkeeper role.
This transfer brings an end to Kepa's Chelsea drama and a fresh start under Arteta's strict regime.
Other Striker and Winger Candidates Under Consideration
Alongside Gyökeres and Madueke, Arsenal are considering other possibilities such as:
- Rodrygo (Real Madrid) – valued at £77 million
- Hugo Ekitike
- Benjamin Sesko
- Victor Boniface
- Moise Kean
- Lautaro Martinez
- Dusan Vlahović
- Victor Osimhen
The Gunners clearly want to make sure to have best-class attacking backup and flexibility.
Outgoing Transfers: Team Trimming In Progress
To fund future transfers and balance squad numbers, Arsenal will let go of some players. Those that could leave are:
- Leandro Trossard
- Jorginho
- Nuno Tavares
- Marquinhos (loaned out to Cruzeiro)
Some fringe players might also be sent out, especially with youngsters on the periphery.
Arsenal Transfer Window Snapshot – July 9, 2025
| Category | Players/Details |
|---|---|
| Confirmed Signings | Martin Zubimendi (£60m), Kepa Arrizabalaga (£5m) |
| Close to Signing | Viktor Gyökeres (£69m), Noni Madueke (£55–60m) |
| Peak Targets | Eberechi Eze, Rodrygo, Sesko, Boniface, Osimhen, Vlahović, Martinez |
| Predicted Exits | Trossard, Jorginho, Tavares, Marquinhos |
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Final Thoughts
Arsenal's transfer plan in summer 2025 is clear: build a title-contending squad with physical forwards, artful midfielders, and stabilizing depth. With the additions of Viktor Gyökeres, Noni Madueke, Eberechi Eze, and Zubimendi, Arsenal are building for today as much as tomorrow.
As Arteta reconstructs his roster, there will be further surprises on the way before the window closes. The Gunners aren't done yet.
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