Overview
- Arsenal is prioritizing Viktor Gyokeres as their top striker target, with negotiations centering on a potential £55–60m deal and a gentleman's agreement in place.
- Talks are underway for Real Madrid's Rodrygo, with the Spanish club setting an €80m price tag for the Brazilian winger, who is reportedly unsettled in Madrid.
- Mikel Arteta has publicly stated the need to add goal threat, creativity, and depth to Arsenal's attack after injuries hampered their season and they finished runners-up again in the Premier League.
- Arsenal is also managing midfield contracts, with early-release discussions for Jorginho to join Flamengo and extension talks for Thomas Partey advancing.
- The club is weighing other striker options, including RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko, as new sporting director Andrea Berta oversees a comprehensive recruitment strategy.