Transfer news

According to The Athletic, Atlético Madrid may consider selling Julián Álvarez to Arsenal for roughly €150m, a figure Arsenal can likely meet. While Arsenal has engaged in talks, The Guardian reports that Álvarez is now considering a move following a hostile reception from Atletico fans during the 2-2 draw with Villarreal.

Mikel Arteta and Arsenal have intensified their pursuit of Julián Álvarez, following a complete breakdown in the striker’s relationship with Atlético Madrid. Spanish media outlets like Diario AS and The Mirror confirm that Arteta has been in frequent, direct contact with the 26-year-old Argentine forward. Crucially, updates out of Madrid indicate that Álvarez has shifted his stance and is now open to a Premier League return with the Gunners.

Reports from prominent Spanish outlets like SPORT and Mundo Deportivo confirm that Atlético Madrid’s hierarchy prefers to sell Álvarez to Arsenal. This preference stems from their strict veto against selling the Argentine World Cup winner to their La Liga rivals, FC Barcelona.

Arsenal's newest signing Ezri Konsa checking in at the Emirates ahead of the season opener against Coventry!

Ezri Konsa has agreed personal terms with Arsenal for a contract until 2030. AFC are set to sign him from Aston Villa for €64M (bonuses included).

Arsenal have agreed a £51 million deal plus add-ons to sign Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa. According to reporting by The Athletic and BBC Sport, the final compromise fee is slightly lower than Villa's initial €60m (£51.4m) asking price, but the package bridges the valuation gap through structured add-ons. The 28-year-old England international has already said his goodbyes to teammates at Bodymoor Heath and is scheduled to undergo his medical on Thursday ahead of signing a long-term contract

Julián Álvarez has been left out of Atlético Madrid’s squad for their upcoming league fixture after manager Diego Simeone noted the forward needs more preparation time to reach top form. Club executives, including CEO Miguel Ángel Gil Marín, have maintained a resolute stance that the player is not for sale despite strong interest and prospective bids reaching up to €200 million.