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Arsenal are intensifying their pursuit of Julian Alvarez, aiming to bridge a valuation gap estimated between £90 million and £100 million. Meanwhile, a transfer for Leandro Trossard to Besiktas is nearing completion, pending the player’s approval for a €20 million deal.
In addition to these developments, discussions continue over Morgan Rogers‘ future, while interest grows from Roma and Juventus in Gabriel Martinelli. England’s squad expects midfielder Declan Rice to be fit for the upcoming semi-final despite a recent illness.
New visuals of Arsenal’s 2026-27 away kit have surfaced, with an official release scheduled for 23 July, offering fans a first glimpse at the club’s next-season attire.
Player Movements and National Team Updates
Christian Nørgaard, who featured for just 101 league minutes last campaign, has attracted attention from Crystal Palace. Arsenal remain open to offers for the midfielder, although Nørgaard himself has yet to finalize his plans.
Leandro Trossard has agreed to a switch to Besiktas for €18 million plus an additional €2 million in potential add-ons. The 31-year-old winger is set to undergo a medical in Istanbul and is expected to sign a three-year contract. Since joining Arsenal in 2023, Trossard contributed 36 goals and 34 assists before departing.
On the youth front, Newcastle United have secured the signing of 16-year-old England U17 winger Kyran Thompson from Arsenal on a scholarship deal. Thompson reportedly declined five offers, including one from Tottenham Hotspur, favoring Newcastle’s clearer pathway to first-team opportunities.
Regarding England’s national team, Troy Deeney has publicly argued that Nico O’Reilly should be benched for the semi-final match against Argentina. Deeney also defended Arsenal winger Noni Madueke against what he described as excessive criticism, expressing confidence in England’s prospects for a comfortable victory.
Despite a recent illness, Declan Rice has resumed training and is expected to start in England’s semi-final clash with Argentina. The Arsenal midfielder remains a crucial figure under manager Thomas Tuchel.
Collectively, Arsenal players Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, Eberechi Eze, and Noni Madueke have contributed to surpassing 1,000 caps earned by Gunners representing the England national team. Since 1906, a total of 73 Arsenal players have featured for the Three Lions.
In women’s football, Arsenal Women have signed 19-year-old winger Lisa B, further bolstering their squad for the upcoming season.
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