Overview

• Arsenal confirmed that 20 players will depart when their contracts expire on June 30, including Jorginho, who is expected to join Flamengo, Kieran Tierney returning to Celtic, and loanees Raheem Sterling and Neto.
• Midfielder Thomas Partey is in advanced discussions over a new deal as his contract runs out on June 30 amid reported interest from Barcelona and Juventus.
• Mikel Arteta has emphasised Partey’s significance after a season marked by career-high appearances and consistent performances.
• Chloe Kelly’s loan spell from Manchester City has led to Champions League success and a WSL runners-up finish, and she is now negotiating a permanent move.
• Sporting director Andrea Berta will oversee a broad summer overhaul to reinforce a squad that finished second in the Premier League and reached semi-finals in both the Champions League and League Cup.