The latest transfer updates for Arsenal include a new link to an attacking midfielder, Ibrahim Maza. Our analysis of the past seven days shows the club has been tied to 35 possible arrivals and 8 potential exits, with the hottest storyline currently revolving around Anthony Gordon. The items below detail the latest news on the most important transfer rumours.
Ibrahim Maza
On Tuesday, it was reported that Arsenal is interested in signing Bayer Leverkusen's German-Algerian attacking midfielder, Ibrahim Maza. Manchester City, Tottenham, and Newcastle United are also interested. Fussballdaten reports further interest from Atlético de Madrid and Juventus, with the same source suggesting the Spanish club has held preliminary talks. Bayer Leverkusen has reportedly set an asking price of between €55 million and €65 million for the player.
Álvaro Carreras
According to a report from El Nacional on Monday, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has encouraged Real Madrid left-back Álvaro Carreras to join the club with the promise of a greater role. This season in LaLiga, the 23-year-old Spaniard has made 25 appearances, scoring 2 goals and providing 2 assists. Carreras, who joined Real Madrid in July 2025 and is under contract until 2031, has a current Transfermarkt market value of €60.00m.
Anthony Gordon
On Tuesday, it was reported that Anthony Gordon is getting closer to leaving Newcastle United this summer amid significant transfer interest from Arsenal, and it is understood that he is exploring his options. Arsenal, Bayern Munich, and Liverpool are listed as suitors, with The Times claiming that Vincent Kompany’s side are the clear favourites to sign him. This followed a report on Monday that Gordon had informed his representatives he is open to joining Bayern Munich. On Saturday, SkySportDE reported Arsenal's interest, noting Gordon was not in the squad against Bournemouth.
Julián Álvarez
TEAMtalk reported on Monday that Arsenal had viewed Julián Álvarez as a versatile attacking option, but he is reportedly only interested if he is trusted to play as a central striker, a role Arsenal have thus far been reluctant to offer. Also on Monday, Mundo Deportivo reported that Alvarez has some preference for the Barcelona project over other alternatives. This came after a TEAMtalk report on Sunday which stated Arsenal have assured the Atlético Madrid striker of their willingness to play him in a central role to improve their chances of a deal.
Christian Kofane
On Monday, Simon Rolfes stated that Bayer Leverkusen is planning with Christian Kofane for the next season, adding that they do not sign players only to sell them immediately. However, Rolfes also said that Bayer would be open to negotiations for offers starting at €60 to €70 million. Eight days ago, Kofane's agent confirmed that Arsenal initiated discussions with his representatives after he impressed the club's management in the Champions League, with Bayer Leverkusen wanting approximately €60 million for the Cameroon international.
Nico Williams
According to a TEAMtalk report on Monday, Arsenal are closely monitoring Nico Williams' return from injury ahead of a potential summer move. Williams is reportedly highly regarded by multiple figures within the Arsenal hierarchy, and his contract with Athletic Bilbao, which runs until 2035, includes a release clause now understood to be worth €90m. The report adds that Arsenal have tracked Williams for a number of years and are interested in recruiting a new left-sided forward, with sources indicating he is a potential replacement for Gabriel Martinelli, should he leave.
E. Kroupi
Football Insider reported on Tuesday that Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi is open to leaving the club this summer if an offer is made by Arsenal. This follows a report from The Daily Mail six days ago which stated that Arsenal are among the clubs keen on the player.
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