Gunners move swiftly after UCL exit, with goalkeeper and midfield reinforcements sealed — and a defender and winger next in line.
FULL TRANSFER REPORT:
Following Arsenal’s Champions League elimination at the hands of PSG, the club has wasted no time initiating their summer overhaul. Four major deals are now in motion, with two already agreed:
✅ CONFIRMED AGREEMENTS:
1. Joan Garcia (Espanyol, GK):
€20m deal accepted in principle.
Seen as a long-term option and strong competitor to Raya.
2. Martin Zubimendi (Real Sociedad, DM):
Real Madrid withdraw from the race.
Arsenal operating internally as if it’s a done deal.
£51m release clause likely to be amortized.
⚠️ IN TALKS:
3. Cristhian Mosquera (Valencia, CB):
Talks progressing well.
Aiming to bolster defense amid uncertainty around Timber, Gabriel’s fitness.
4. Jamie Bynoe-Gittens (Borussia Dortmund, Winger):
Dialogue ongoing.
Player frustrated with lack of minutes under Niko Kovac.
ADDITIONAL CONTEXT:
Arteta refused to confirm reinforcements post-PSG loss but admitted squad depth was a glaring issue, with Havertz and Jesus both sidelined.
Sporting director Andrea Berta is leading negotiations, reflecting a more aggressive and streamlined transfer strategy.
FINANCIAL OUTLOOK:
Total expenditure if all four deals go through: £125m–£140m.
PSR (Profit & Sustainability Rules) may necessitate a major sale — unless cheaper options like Viktor Gyökeres (£50m) are prioritized over a marquee signing like Alexander Isak.
Arsenal’s intent is clear: retool early, rearm quickly, and avoid being left behind in another title run-in.
