Arsenal transfer news LIVE: Edu vow, Jorginho contract, Isak, and Sesko linked (2024)

Today, 08:34By Connor Greaves

The eve of the big day...

Arsenal's Premier League title dreams will be determined on the final day and SunSport has all you need to know on what the Gunners need to lift the trophy for the first time since 2003/04.

Arsenal need to beat Everton at the Emirates on the final day and hope that Man City don't beat West Ham.

The Gunners could also win the title on goal difference should the two sides end on the same points.

For that to happen, the Gunners must win their final game against Everton and hope that West Ham either beat or draw away to Man City.

Should that scenario happen, Arsenal will win the Premier League title on goal difference.

Today, 07:00By Ian Tuckey

Newcastle tipped to seal Aaron deal

Aaron Ramsdale is being strongly linked with a summer switch to Newcastle.

The England back-up keeper has already been tipped to leave after David Raya displaced him as Arsenal’s No1 this season.

And reports tonight even claim the Magpies have “reached an agreement” for Ramsdale.

The 26-year-old extended his Gunners’ contract last summer.

But now Raya will make his loan from Brentford permanent.

And it’s understood Ramsdale accepts he must move for regular football.

Today, 04:30By Ian Tuckey

Gunners swing in for Kadi

Arsenal are closing in on a deal for Fenerbahce star Ferdi Kadioglu ahead of the summer transfer window.

According to football.london, Kadioglu is among the Gunners’ top summer targets.

And after monitoring the left-back the North Londoners have moved to making talks over a summer transfer.

Arsenal are now in concrete dialogue with the Turkey international’s representatives.

Today, 01:00By Ian Tuckey

Arteta 'excited and can't wait'

Mikel Arteta is fizzing with excitement for tomorrow's D-Day

Arsenal need a final-day turnaround to win their first title for 20 years.

Arteta told reporters: “It is one of the biggest weeks for many of us. Now is the most important moment.

“We are excited and can’t wait for Sunday. We are very optimistic in terms of outcome.

“The hope is there. We have to do our job because Everton will be tough. We have to prove again that we can be better than the opponent. Then we have to wish for West Ham to have a really good day and help us to fulfil our dream.”

17th May 2024, 23:40By Ian Tuckey

3 Gunners on PFA shortlist

Arsenal trio Martin Odegaard, Declan Rice and William Saliba have all been nominated for the PFA Premier League Fans’ Player of the Year.

Odegaard, Rice and Saliba will go up against five other stars for the award which is voted for by the public.

Here’s the full list of nominees…

• Martin Odegaard – Arsenal
• Declan Rice – Arsenal
• William Saliba – Arsenal
• Erling Haaland – Man City
• Phil Foden – Man City
• Rodri – Man City
• Cole Palmer – Chelsea
• Ollie Watkins – Aston Villa

17th May 2024, 21:38By Jordan Davies

Mik's emotions on rollercoaster family night

Mikel Arteta had his head in his hands at home after THAT Son Heung-minmissagainst Manchester City.

And the Spaniardurged an old pal, outgoing West Ham boss David Moyes, to produce a final-day shock against Manchester City to help his Arsenal side thetitle.

Arteta was watching the match at his North London home withwife Lorena and their boys Gabriel, Daniel and Oliver.

Asked if he had his head in his hands after Son raced clear and was denied by keeper Stefan Ortega, Arteta said: “I was, to be honest.

“My kids were running around the table and going like this [head in hands]. You can imagine.

“If I had to pick a player in the Premier League for that moment, it probably would be Son. The hope was there and it didn’t happen.

This is the beauty of sport, the magic as well.

“To have the opportunity to beliving it, next to your family and next to your colleagues. Being part of that. What can you do?”

17th May 2024, 19:34By Ian Tuckey

Eagles post 'last dance' for Utd target Olise

Crystal Palace quickly deleted a tweet that hinted hit Michael Olise will be off this summer.

Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester United and City are amongst the giants linked with the uncapped winger, who was a shock omission this week from France's Euro 2024 squad.

And ahead of Sunday's Prem finale at home to Aston Villa, the Eagles sent speculation spiralling by posting a picture of the 22-year-old along with the words: "The last dance."

That message soon tango'd off social media - perhaps leaving whoever posed it to face the music.

But many fans still wondered if it was sign the £60million-rated ex-Reading starlet will soon be sold.

17th May 2024, 18:50By Ian Tuckey

Ramsdale linked to Toon deal

Aaron Ramsdale is being strongly linked with a summer switch to Newcastle.

The England back-up keeper has already been tipped to leave after David Raya displaced him as Arsenal's No1 this season.

And reports tonight even claim the Magpies have "reached an agreement" for Ramsdale.

The 26-year-old extended his Gunners' contract last summer.

But now Raya will make his loan from Brentford permanent.

And it's understood Ramsdale accepts he must move for regular football.

17th May 2024, 18:04By Ian Tuckey

RVP lands first boss job

Manchester United legend Robin van Persie has landed his first job in management — having previously snubbed a return to Old Trafford.

The ex-Arsenal and Holland striker, 40, scored 58 goals in three seasons atUnited, helping them win their last Premier League title in 2013.

RVP, who also starred atArsenalbefore his controversial move up north in 2012, was offered the chance tobecome part of Ten Hag’s coaching stafftwo years ago.

But Van Persie rejected the opportunity stay at Feyenoord, preferring to work with their youth teams instead.

And his decision has ultimately paid off, with the former striker now landing his first managerial gig asboss of Eredivisie side Heerenveen.

The club look set for a 10th-place finish ahead of their final match against Sparta Rotterdam on Sunday.

17th May 2024, 16:30By Ciaran Wiseman

Arteta hints at Spain move

Mikel Arteta has revealed his desire to manage in Spain.

The Arsenal boss has spent his entire managerial career at the Emirates Stadium, where his contract expires next summer.

Ahead of their title race finale this weekend, he said: "I have always thought that one day I will return.

"My home draws me a lot, our way of living, of getting together, the culture – and that means I always have it in my head.

"But I am happy here [at Arsenal], happy with how they treat me, and I really enjoy my job.

"Someday I suppose it will come, I'm not going to be away for my whole life."

17th May 2024, 16:00By Ciaran Wiseman

Arteta on VAR

Mikel Arteta has given his views on the future of VAR ahead of a vote from Premier League clubs this summer.

Each club will vote on whether to keep using VAR following a motion from Wolves this week.

Arteta said: "I have not been part of those meetings, but I will meet with the club next week. Then we will decide on our position as a club.

"I want to understand what happens and get the general feeling before we make a decision."

17th May 2024, 15:30By Ciaran Wiseman

More from Arteta

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has also discussed the prospect of Manchester City losing on Sunday.

If the reigning champions fail to beat West Ham, the Gunners will clinch the title with a win over Everton.

Arteta explained: "It is really difficult to beat any opposition in the Premier League, especially when something is at stake. But that is not in our control.

"They are a little bit of a step closer than us but they will play a really tough opponent. I am sure [West Ham] will be at it and can help us to achieve our dream."

17th May 2024, 15:00By Ciaran Wiseman

Arteta not spoken to Moyes

Mikel Arteta has not spoken to David Moyes ahead of Sunday's Premier League action.

Moyes' West Ham visit Manchester City, whilst Arsenal host Everton.

Asked if he had spoken to his former Everton manager, Arteta said: "I don’t need to do that.

"He has been instrumental and important to both my footballing career and managerial. He could help us to fulfil my personal dream."

17th May 2024, 14:30By Ciaran Wiseman

Arteta press conference

Mikel Arteta has been speaking to the media ahead of the final day of the Premier League season.

Arsenal are still in with a chance of winning their first title for 20 years.

Arteta told reporters: "It is one of the biggest weeks for many of us. Now is the most important moment.

"We are excited and can’t wait for Sunday. We are very optimistic in terms of outcome.

"The hope is there. We have to do our job because Everton will be tough. We have to prove again that we can be better than the opponent. Then we have to wish for West Ham to have a really good day and help us to fulfil our dream."

17th May 2024, 13:54By Ciaran Wiseman

Ramsdale agrees exit

Aaron Ramsdale has reportedly agreed to join Newcastle this summer.

The Arsenal goalkeeper has fallen behind David Raya in the pecking order at the Emirates Stadium this season.

According to Sky Sports' James Green, Ramsdale is now set to sign for Newcastle at the end of the campaign.

17th May 2024, 13:00By Ciaran Wiseman

Arteta's motivational tactics

Mikel Arteta has revealed he planted a tree to motivate his Arsenal players.

The Gunners boss told BBC Radio 5 Live: "After a lot of changes, I planted the tree.

"I said this is my gift, now you have to look after it. It cannot die. You are all responsible, if someone poisons that tree, he’s OUT."

Asked how the tree is doing, he added: "Very good, really healthy, growing & is another three years older, so he’s in a good place."

17th May 2024, 12:30By Ciaran Wiseman

Arsenal keen on striker

Arsenal are keeping tabs on Benfica striker Marcos Leonardo.

The Gunners were linked with the Brazilian forward before his move to Portugal in January.

According to TBR Football, sporting director Edu remains a huge admirer of the 21-year-old.

Leonardo has scored seven goals in 21 appearances since joining Benfica from Santos.

17th May 2024, 12:00By Ciaran Wiseman

Arsenal hero takes non-league job

Ex-Arsenal star Ian Selley has been named the new manager of non-league Leatherhead.

The former midfielder, 49, left his job with Westfield to take over the eighth tier side ahead of next season.

Selley, who won the European Cup Winners' Cup, FA Cup and League Cup with the Gunners, was registered as a player at Westfield last term.

His managerial career has already included stints with fellow non-league outfits Sandhurst Town and Chertsey Town.

17th May 2024, 11:15By Ciaran Wiseman

Van Persie lands first job

Robin van Persie has been appointed the new manager of Dutch side Heerenveen.

The former Arsenal and Manchester United striker has signed a two-year-deal with the Eredivisie club.

Van Persie spent this season in charge of Feyenoord's under-18 side.

He will now take up his first senior managerial role in the summer with Heerenveen.

17th May 2024, 10:30By Ciaran Wiseman

Keeper to leave

Arthur Okonkwo will leave Arsenal when his contract expires this summer.

The goalkeeper spent the season on loan at Wrexham, where he won promotion and was named League Two Goalkeeper of the Year.

Okonkwo, 22, first joined Arsenal's academy in 2009 and has spent 15 years with the club.

Cedric and Mohamed Elneny are also set to leave the Gunners as free agents in the summer.

17th May 2024, 09:44By Ciaran Wiseman

Arsenal 'a mess' when Arteta arrived

Mikel Arteta has revealed "it was all a mess" when he arrived at Arsenal in December 2019.

The Spaniard has since guided the Gunners back into the Champions League and could win a first league title for 20 years on Sunday.

He told the BBC: "I said 'listen, this is not about the quality of the player or who is going to play better as a winger or that system or that formation or that training methodology. The issue is much deeper than that. The issue is in our roots'.

"So I get everybody together in one room one day and I put the whole room down. It was all a mess.

"I said 'this is what I hear and this is the perception of you guys from the outside. So if you want me to help you, you need to put this together and then we can start to work. We're going to try to have fun and enjoy together'."

17th May 2024, 06:00By Kostas Lianos

More on Bruno

Arsenal are facing stiff competition from Manchester City for Newcastle star Bruno Guimaraes.

Newcastle also don’t want to lose Bruno Guimaraes, but the decision could be taken out of their hands if someone triggers his £100m release clause, which is valid between late May and the end of June.

As long as the clause is active, Newcastle are going to simply point to its value, but it’s understood offers exceeding £80m could be entertained should Guimaraes wish to leave for a Champions League club.

It should be stressed, Guimaraes is happy at Newcastle, but it’s also true that both Manchester City and Arsenal have made contact with his camp. Manchester City are the most active of the suitors.

Arsenal appreciate Guimaraes, but have no intention to trigger his clause meaning they would only enter the race if the price drops.

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17th May 2024, 05:00By Kostas Lianos

Arsenal target Ferdi Kadioglu

Arsenal are closing in on a deal for Fenerbahce star Ferdi Kadioglu ahead of the summer transfer window.

According to football.london, Kadioglu is among the Gunners' top summer targets.

And after monitoring the left-back the North Londoners have moved to making talks over a summer transfer.

Arsenal are now in concrete dialogue with the Turkey international's representatives.

17th May 2024, 04:00By Kostas Lianos

Reiss Nelson exit talk

Arsenal are open to offers for Reiss Nelson ahead of the summer transfer window.

That is according to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, who claims Nelson is on his way out of the Emirates.

The winger penned a new deal with the Gunners last year but has had limited game time.

Neither party is currently pushing for a move but as the North Londoners seek extra funds they have opened the door to an exit for the 24-year-old.

17th May 2024, 03:00By Kostas Lianos

More on Sesko

Arsenal will be in close talks with RB Leipzig star Benjamin Sesko in the "next few days".

Recent reports suggested that the Gunners are the frontrunners in the bidding war for Sesko.

The North Londoners, though, still face competition from Chelsea, Manchester United and AC Milan.

Mikel Arteta's side plan to discuss a fee, payment structure and other aspects of a potential deal for the striker.