Arsenal are spending big again. But not everything is going to plan.
This summer, Arsenal fans have seen a flood of exciting new signings. Manager Mikel Arteta is on a mission to finally win the Premier League, a trophy the club hasn’t lifted since 2004. But not every transfer dream is coming true.
One of Arsenal’s top targets, Eberechi Eze from Crystal Palace, has made a surprising decision. He is now likely to stay at Palace, despite huge interest from Arsenal. According to reports, Arsenal did not want to pay the £68 million release clause in his contract. Palace are in no rush to sell and are financially stable, so they’re holding firm.
Eze had an incredible season. He scored 14 goals and gave 11 assists in 43 games. Many believed he would be the perfect fit for Arsenal’s midfield. But for now, the move seems off the table. Arsenal might look elsewhere.
📰 Also Read This:
While Arsenal chase new stars, some deals are falling apart.
Another setback came when FC Porto wanted to sign Arsenal defender Jakub Kiwior. But once they heard the price – €30 million (£26 million) – they backed out. Instead, they spent just £6.5 million to sign Jan Bednarek from Southampton. Porto simply didn’t see the value in paying more for Kiwior.
Kiwior’s future at Arsenal is now unclear. He’s a player Arteta called “exceptional” just a few months ago. But with competition growing in the squad, will he get the game time he wants?
Meanwhile, Fabio Vieira is also heading for the exit.
Vieira joined Arsenal from Porto in 2022 with high hopes. But things didn’t go as planned. He didn’t play much, and last season he was loaned back to Porto. There, he managed 11 goal contributions and showed flashes of his talent.
Now, Bundesliga club Stuttgart is trying to sign him permanently. Talks between Arsenal and Stuttgart are ongoing. If a deal is agreed, Vieira could finally get regular football in Germany.
Despite these exits and failed deals, Arsenal’s summer has been far from quiet.
They’ve already signed six new players: Viktor Gyokeres, Martin Zubimendi, Noni Madueke, Cristhian Mosquera, Christian Norgaard, and goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga. These additions show how serious the club is about winning silverware.
At the same time, Arsenal have let go of some familiar names. Nuno Tavares and Marquinhos have been sold. Veterans like Jorginho, Kieran Tierney, Thomas Partey, and Takehiro Tomiyasu have been released.
This mix of arrivals and departures signals a new era at the Emirates.
Arteta is building a squad full of energy, talent, and depth. But money matters too. Arsenal have already spent nearly £200 million this summer. Every transfer must be carefully calculated.
The Eze situation highlights the tough choices clubs face. Do you pay top price for one star? Or do you spread that money across several key positions?
Fans are now asking: what will Arsenal do next?
Will they return for Eze with a bigger offer? Will Kiwior or Vieira leave in the coming weeks? And will more surprise signings arrive before the transfer window closes?
The pressure is on. Arsenal have finished second in the Premier League for three straight seasons. The fans are hungry. The board is backing the manager. Now, Arteta must make the final moves count.
This summer is shaping up to be one of the most dramatic in Arsenal’s recent history. And it’s far from over.
