Arsenal confirmed that Ismeal Kabia, a 20-year-old winger with Netherlands and Sierra Leone nationality, has joined St Mirren on loan for the 2026-27 campaign. St Mirren manager Craig McLeish stated that the club had been pursuing the deal for several weeks before finally receiving Arsenal’s approval. Mikel Arteta gave the final clearance for Kabia's release after a pre-season friendly. There is no reported purchase option or obligation in the agreement. Kabia attracted interest from clubs in Scotland, England, and Europe before completing the move to St Mirren. Kabia was previously on loan at Shrewsbury Town during the 2025-26 season, where he made 38 appearances in League Two, scoring two goals and providing two assists. He has a current market value of €100k according to Transfermarkt.