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Arsenal remain highly active in the transfer market as newly appointed sporting director Andrea Berta leads the club’s summer dealings. The Gunners are focused on overcoming their recent pattern of finishing second in the Premier League, after another campaign ended without silverware and a narrow exit from the Champions League at the hands of PSG. Key to addressing squad depth issues, Arsenal have completed major signings including striker Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting, Noni Madueke from Chelsea, and Martín Zubimendi from Real Sociedad. Additional midfield and defensive reinforcements, such as Eberechi Eze, are also under consideration as the club aims for a Premier League title push in 2025/26^[1].

The Premier League’s summer transfer window, open until September 1, has seen several incoming and outgoing moves for Arsenal. Notable arrivals include Kepa Arrizabalaga (Chelsea), Christian Norgaard (Brentford), Cristhian Mosquera (Valencia), along with the aforementioned major signings. Departures this summer feature Jorginho (Flamengo), Nuno Tavares (Lazio), Marquinhos (Cruzeiro), and Kieran Tierney (Celtic). Several players, including Raheem Sterling and Neto, have returned to their parent clubs following the conclusion of loan spells^[2][4].

Manager Mikel Arteta, expressing optimism prior to friendly matches against Villarreal and Athletic Club, highlighted a “big belief” within the squad. Referencing the strengthening of the team’s core with high-profile signings, Arteta emphasized the importance of squad depth, internal standards, and the club’s collective ambition to finally surpass their recent runner-up finishes. He called on supporters to help create an “invincible” home atmosphere as Arsenal begins their new campaign away at Manchester United^[3].

Transfer speculation continues, with Arsenal reportedly targeting further reinforcements. Defender Jeremy Jacquet has attracted interest as a prospective signing, while Leandro Trossard is drawing attention from Borussia Dortmund, and midfielder Fabio Vieira could be on the move. Arsenal’s net summer spend currently leads the Premier League, further increasing expectations for success in the upcoming season^[6].

References

• [1] Arsenal transfer news: Eze, Rodrygo, Jacquet and more
• [2] Summer Football Transfer Window 2025-26 Latest News
• [3] Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has ‘big belief’ ahead of new …
• [4] Summer transfer window 2025 | Premier League ins, outs and …
• [6] Arsenal’s £50 Million SIGNING has ARRIVED & He’s On Fire!