Arsenal’s Summer Transfer Blitz: Wingers & Striker In Focus

By Chukwuebuka Chukwuemeka

Arsenal’s transfer front is heating up as Mikel Arteta and new sporting director Andrea Berta ramp up efforts to strengthen the squad ahead of the 2025‑26 campaign.

Arsenal Coach, Mikel Arteta

Ademola Lookman in the Mix

A recurring name on Arsenal’s radar is Atalanta winger Ademola Lookman. Reports suggest Berta is "holding numerous talks," and Atalanta could be open to a sale around the €42 million mark or roughly £42 million thanks to an alleged “agreement” with the Italian club. The Nigerian international scored 20 goals and tallied seven assists in 39 outings last season, making him an attractive offensive option.

                           Nigerian International and Atalanta forward, Ademola Lookman

 

Eberechi Eze: Exploring a £60 Million Move

Arsenal are understood to be exploring the conditions to sign England international Eberechi Eze from Crystal Palace. The 26-year-old has a release clause set at £60 million, climbing to £68 million with add-ons. The creative forward who netted 14 goals and contributed 12 assists last season, including the decisive strike in Palace’s FA Cup final win, is now among Arsenal’s summer targets.

 

Rodrygo: The High‑Profile Winger Chase

Real Madrid winger Rodrygo remains a marquee target for the Gunners. Madrid’s valuation sits between £77–£90 million, though negotiations plateau until Rodrygo decides he wants to leave. Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhães has publicly backed the move, calling him a “phenomenon”. As Arteta remarked: “If you want to win, you have to be the best in the market,” underscoring their intent to pursue elite reinforcements.

Brazil/Real Madrid forward, Rodrygo


Striker Spot: Gyökeres or Sesko?

While attention turns to wide positions, securing a top centre-forward remains paramount. Arsenal have reportedly reached an agreement with Viktor Gyökeres’s agent over a fee in the region of €60 million + €10 million bonuses, following a “gentleman’s agreement” with Sporting Lisbon. However, talks are still ongoing, with rival striker Benjamin Šeško of RB Leipzig also under consideration—though Leipzig are pushing for a “dream fee” of €80–100 million, possibly dropping to €70 million plus add-ons.

Victor Gyokeres




Benjamin Sesko

Why It Matters for Arsenal

Who starts in wide areas, Lookman, Eze, Rodrygo? This decision will shape tactical dynamics. Massive fees (£60m+ territory) underline Arsenal’s big-spending approach but release clauses and add-ons will be key in negotiations. With consecutive second-place Premier League finishes but no silverware, this window is pivotal. As Arteta insisted, top-tier signings are essential to win.

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