⚽ Premier League 2025/2026 Discussion Thread ⚽

[Altryist]

Yes, you are right, so far, the most closed rumor to sign for Arsenal is Gyokeres after their successful signing of Zubimendi earlier. The agreement clause is around €65 million ($76.6m) based on the article that I read and this is so closed for done deal. Additionally, besides Gyokeres, Arsenal is also still working on negotiations with Real Madrid to sign Rodrygo closely, they also want to get that right winger to be on thier player lineup. Moreover, Real Madrid and Xabi have given the green light for Rodrygo to leave, as long as the fee is in line with their expectations. However, they are also facing challenges because on the other hand, rumors also say that PSG also wants him.



Reference: https://www.football365.com/news/arsenal-dream-target-rodrygo-man-city-liverpool-gyokeres-checks-in-bags

It seems that Sporting are now ready to let Gyökeres join Arsenal for €70 million plus €10 million in add-ons. Earlier, they rejected Arsenal's offer of €65 million plus €15 million, but now it looks like they’re willing to agree to the deal. Arteta is pushing for Gyökeres to join Arsenal as soon as possible so he can complete pre-season preparations with the team. Viktor has already agreed on personal terms with Arsenal, and according to preliminary agreements, his contract is expected to run until the summer of 2030. If everything goes through, this would be a very strong addition to Arsenal’s attack.

[Baki202]

I'm impressed with the kind of players Arsenal's going for if they could achieve signing them all then I don't thnk anything should stop them from winning the EPL but it would be very disappointing if after they signed all those players and still end up bottling the league like they've been doing. I don't think they'll sign Rodrygo as a top 9 they'll use him as the left winger the player they're hoping to sign for the top 9 position is Gyokeres and they're working really hard to get the deal done.

And it is not about being impressed yet. Arsenal cannot be trusted they need to be as committed as they can because if they are not committed, they might end up doing something else, maybe due to not having enough money for the signing, but at least they should take things seriously, and even if they cannot afford those players, they should at least try to get players on loan to help improve the performance of their club. Forget that Arsenal is coming second in the Premier League; they need to do more by getting players that are ready to push the club forward. If not, they will remain in the same condition for a very long time.

And I know that next season will be totally different because, from what I've seen, Arsenal might not even make it to the next season. because they should not forget that we, the city, are actually cooking, and we are coming hard next season.

[Velvet78]

Arsenal are close to signing Victor Gyokeres from Sporting, the Swedish international is their main target, so i don't believe any rumors linking Watkins to Arsenal, they might only be interested if the move for Gyokeres falls through, and it likely could, because the president of Sporting is a stumbling block to the deal.

Yeah I have heard that they made big progress with the player. Gyökeres can't wait to leave Sporting to join them.    He has already burned the bridges and isn't going to play for Sporting anymore...

Manchester United has also been interested but he didn't want them over Arsenal. Wise choice considering Champions League football honestly. And who knows, he could be the missing piece of the puzzle for Arsenal.

[TastyChillySauce00]

That said, Ollie Watkins would be a good fit for Manchester United, the future of Rasmus Hojlund is uncertain at Old Trafford, so they definitely need a quality striker for next season and Ollie Watkins is certainly one.

Agreed, i'd prefer to see Olie goes to the United. He will be good to be combined with Cunha and Mbeumo. Let's imagine all of United forwards are PL proven, and got a lot of easier to build the chemistru between any players.
Only hope MU will stop to gamble in non PL proven striker, and goes to the reliable one that can help him to score a lot next season.

They wasted so much money for non PL proven forwards, and will call them dumb if they repeat the same mistake. They need to create a squad that can compete next season.

I don't wanna see them to finish at the bottom again.

[Volgastallion]

I read above some comparison between Rodrygo and Gyokeres..... Come on man, i dont know what Arteta has in his mind, but Gyokeres and Rodrygo has nothing in common and are two very diferent player, i feel like the only in common is they have a Y in their surnames.

So i feel like is a click bait note from the press trying to install silly rumours.

[Razmirraz]

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After having four failed attempts to win the league, this is what I expect them to do, strength their depth especially the attack. If you notice, Arsenal has one of the strongest defense in the league if not the strongest so they're okay in that area, I love how they're going after attackers in this summer transfer, not just attackers but world class attackers and if they succeed then this season would be Arsenal's season. Arteta should try everything possible to break that ill luck this season, he's a good manager but just so unlucky, I hope he succeeds this season cause this time around ending the season as runners up might not favour him, not only fans but the board would start thinking of a replacement.

Arsenal success in bringing in Zubimendi is a form of management's seriousness in increasing the team's strength ahead of the start of the competition, even though he is not a striker (as fans want), his arrival can have a big influence in the midfield because he is a stable, intelligent and efficient defensive midfielder. His presence will also provide balance in midfield while lightening the role of Declan Rice and Odegaard.
Arteta is really busy in the transfer market this time, their activities in the transfer market certainly want to be a team that is ready to win the EPL championship, their target in the front line is also not just any player, if one of the players targeted to fill their front line next season is successfully brought in, Arsenal will be a big threat to other teams in the hunt for the championship title.

[HajiBagi]

Arsenal are close to signing Victor Gyokeres from Sporting, the Swedish international is their main target, so i don't believe any rumors linking Watkins to Arsenal, they might only be interested if the move for Gyokeres falls through, and it likely could, because the president of Sporting is a stumbling block to the deal.

Yes, you are right, so far, the most closed rumor to sign for Arsenal is Gyokeres after their successful signing of Zubimendi earlier. The agreement clause is around €65 million ($76.6m) based on the article that I read and this is so closed for done deal. Additionally, besides Gyokeres, Arsenal is also still working on negotiations with Real Madrid to sign Rodrygo closely, they also want to get that right winger to be on thier player lineup. Moreover, Real Madrid and Xabi have given the green light for Rodrygo to leave, as long as the fee is in line with their expectations. However, they are also facing challenges because on the other hand, rumors also say that PSG also wants him.



Reference: https://www.football365.com/news/arsenal-dream-target-rodrygo-man-city-liverpool-gyokeres-checks-in-bags

If Arsenal sign Rodrygo and Gyokeres Arsenal is going to be a tough opponent to play against, Arsenal are currently working on Gyokeres deal before signing Rodrygo as Real Madrid is still in the Club World Cup, according to the news Xabi Alonso and Real Madrid have given green light of letting Rodrygo leave but Xabi Alonso always said Rodrygo is very important in his squad and he is doing everything to make the player have a good season but due to lack of minutes Rodrygo need to leave Real Madrid because he is a star player and as a Real Madrid fan I prefer Rodrygo over Vinicius because since the Balloon Dior issue Vinicius has not been good enough to help the team.

Having Rodrygo, Gyokeres and Saka as attackers is going to be a huge improvement for Arsenal because Trossard and Martinelli are not good enough to help Arsenal on the left wing, and Arsenal are giving Rodrygo full assurance that he will be in the first eleven, which is what Rodrygo wants. From my observation, I think Rodrygo and Gyokeres to Arsenal is just a matter of time because everything is going well.

[Zaguru12]

If Arsenal sign Rodrygo and Gyokeres Arsenal is going to be a tough opponent to play against, Arsenal are currently working on Gyokeres deal before signing Rodrygo as Real Madrid is still in the Club World Cup, according to the news Xabi Alonso and Real Madrid have given green light of letting Rodrygo leave but Xabi Alonso always said Rodrygo is very important in his squad and he is doing everything to make the player have a good season but due to lack of minutes Rodrygo need to leave Real Madrid because he is a star player and as a Real Madrid fan I prefer Rodrygo over Vinicius because since the Balloon Dior issue Vinicius has not been good enough to help the team.

If there was a perfect time for Arsenal to get Rodrigo I would say it is now, since the arrival of Mbappe it was said that it will be Rodrigo who will be most likely sold off, last season his form and injury didn’t help him because he was injured all through out and didn’t get good minutes. Now that he is alive he is not looking like someone that Alonso values that much. The presence of even this young lad, Gonzalo is another big obstacle for him, so I think he will be open to leaving for game time.

Arsenal already have one of the best defensive players in the world and the new midfield look isn’t bad but the attack is poor, Rodrigo is one of my favorite players and seriously he is packed with talent, his addition to arsenal team with Gyokeres will be massive threat to the other clubs if they pull this off

[ILuckyGuyI]

If there was a perfect time for Arsenal to get Rodrigo I would say it is now, since the arrival of Mbappe it was said that it will be Rodrigo who will be most likely sold off, last season his form and injury didn’t help him because he was injured all through out and didn’t get good minutes. Now that he is alive he is not looking like someone that Alonso values that much. The presence of even this young lad, Gonzalo is another big obstacle for him, so I think he will be open to leaving for game time.

Rodrygo is in an uncertain situation. First they said he was among Xabi Alonso's plans but now he doesn't look like that much.    He played for a really short amount of time in the Club World Cup until now.

Xabi Alonso cares about young players like him normally. But I don't know when he'll start giving him more chances. By the way how much money will Arsenal spend? They are already about to pay a lot of money for Gyökeres.

[Stormisover]

Arsenal are close to signing Victor Gyokeres from Sporting, the Swedish international is their main target, so i don't believe any rumors linking Watkins to Arsenal, they might only be interested if the move for Gyokeres falls through, and it likely could, because the president of Sporting is a stumbling block to the deal.

Yes, you are right, so far, the most closed rumor to sign for Arsenal is Gyokeres after their successful signing of Zubimendi earlier. The agreement clause is around €65 million ($76.6m) based on the article that I read and this is so closed for done deal. Additionally, besides Gyokeres, Arsenal is also still working on negotiations with Real Madrid to sign Rodrygo closely, they also want to get that right winger to be on thier player lineup. Moreover, Real Madrid and Xabi have given the green light for Rodrygo to leave, as long as the fee is in line with their expectations. However, they are also facing challenges because on the other hand, rumors also say that PSG also wants him.



Reference: https://www.football365.com/news/arsenal-dream-target-rodrygo-man-city-liverpool-gyokeres-checks-in-bags

If Arsenal sign Rodrygo and Gyokeres Arsenal is going to be a tough opponent to play against, Arsenal are currently working on Gyokeres deal before signing Rodrygo as Real Madrid is still in the Club World Cup, according to the news Xabi Alonso and Real Madrid have given green light of letting Rodrygo leave but Xabi Alonso always said Rodrygo is very important in his squad and he is doing everything to make the player have a good season but due to lack of minutes Rodrygo need to leave Real Madrid because he is a star player and as a Real Madrid fan I prefer Rodrygo over Vinicius because since the Balloon Dior issue Vinicius has not been good enough to help the team.

Having Rodrygo, Gyokeres and Saka as attackers is going to be a huge improvement for Arsenal because Trossard and Martinelli are not good enough to help Arsenal on the left wing, and Arsenal are giving Rodrygo full assurance that he will be in the first eleven, which is what Rodrygo wants. From my observation, I think Rodrygo and Gyokeres to Arsenal is just a matter of time because everything is going well.

For Victor Gyokeress I'm certain that Arsenal will sign him so for Watkins it's rumor that's never going to happen, because Arsenal have got many other good options than Watkins, like I don't really know what's on Watkins that will make Arsenal think he can solve the striking problem, yes Watkins is kinda a good baller but it's not really what arsenal needs right now, like they need someone they can count on and I'm not seeing him to be the one, if arsenal should get him he might just be another version of hojlund, and for Rodrigo I think the gunners should make all possible efforts to get him because he's really going to boost the team confidence.

[Pandorak]

If there was a perfect time for Arsenal to get Rodrigo I would say it is now, since the arrival of Mbappe it was said that it will be Rodrigo who will be most likely sold off, last season his form and injury didn’t help him because he was injured all through out and didn’t get good minutes. Now that he is alive he is not looking like someone that Alonso values that much. The presence of even this young lad, Gonzalo is another big obstacle for him, so I think he will be open to leaving for game time.

Arsenal already have one of the best defensive players in the world and the new midfield look isn’t bad but the attack is poor, Rodrigo is one of my favorite players and seriously he is packed with talent, his addition to arsenal team with Gyokeres will be massive threat to the other clubs if they pull this off

It is undeniable that Rodrygo current situation is very dilemma due to the uncertainty he faces, his performance which had decreased due to his injury made his position in the main squad replaced. Real Madrid attack line, namely Mbappe and Vinicius Jr. makes the team stronger, although it is hard, Rodrygo must start thinking about the best way to make his career and performance grow, even if he has to move to another club like Arsenal it is better and surely Arsenal also need this type of player.

[Coyster]

Xabi Alonso cares about young players like him normally. But I don't know when he'll start giving him more chances. By the way how much money will Arsenal spend? They are already about to pay a lot of money for Gyökeres.

Rodrygo's future is really uncertain at this moment, even right from the end of last season, there were rumors he'd leave Real Madrid. I don't know how much Arsenal are willing to spend in this transfer window, City and Liverpool have spent quite a lot already and they are not done yet, so if Arsenal can spend a lot of money and still balance their books, then they should go all out to get Rodrygo from Real Madrid.

I love how this transfer window is panning out, it is all i need to know that next season would be so interesting, we could have a crazy title race on our hands.

[Cookdata]

If there was a perfect time for Arsenal to get Rodrigo I would say it is now, since the arrival of Mbappe it was said that it will be Rodrigo who will be most likely sold off, last season his form and injury didn’t help him because he was injured all through out and didn’t get good minutes. Now that he is alive he is not looking like someone that Alonso values that much. The presence of even this young lad, Gonzalo is another big obstacle for him, so I think he will be open to leaving for game time.

Arsenal already have one of the best defensive players in the world and the new midfield look isn’t bad but the attack is poor, Rodrigo is one of my favorite players and seriously he is packed with talent, his addition to arsenal team with Gyokeres will be massive threat to the other clubs if they pull this off

With the inconsistency in starting game, if Arsenal can offer Real Madrid what they are demanding, the can get Rodrigo without a doubt but which player are they going to sell to get that amount of money to buy him. Since the beginning of the World club cup, Xabi hasn't start him but there is a rumor that he want him to be part of the squad. He will be happy to go to Arsenal if he is going to have a full game instead of the regular back stage Xabi is doing.

If Rodrigo should join Arsenal, it's going to be a very good combo and another advantage for them is they can switch him on both places and still perform better. If the striker guy Viktor they are aspiring to get comes to the club perhaps get an injury, Rodrigo can be a better alternative but until they brings him first. The challenge I think they will have is where Real Madrid will be asking from Arsenal and who Arsenal is going to sell to get all these players on their squad.

[Webetcoins]

Arsenal success in bringing in Zubimendi is a form of management's seriousness in increasing the team's strength ahead of the start of the competition, even though he is not a striker (as fans want), his arrival can have a big influence in the midfield because he is a stable, intelligent and efficient defensive midfielder. His presence will also provide balance in midfield while lightening the role of Declan Rice and Odegaard.
Arteta is really busy in the transfer market this time, their activities in the transfer market certainly want to be a team that is ready to win the EPL championship, their target in the front line is also not just any player, if one of the players targeted to fill their front line next season is successfully brought in, Arsenal will be a big threat to other teams in the hunt for the championship title.

Zubimendi is very important transfer without a doubt. But he is a defensive midfielder, and they were looking for a striker, Gyokeres. I wonder if getting Zubimendi means they can't afford Gyokeres? Or does it mean they are going to get both?

Because if you offered me two choices, like either get Zubimendi or get Gyokeres, for Arsenal then I would have picked Gyokeres. But, by the looks of it they are looking to get both of them.

Partey played a huge role in Arsenal this season, so with Zubimendi they are looking to move away from Partey apparently, not entirely sure if they are going to sell Partey or not but he definitely deserves to end up with a team that will play. That should be a good money maker for them too, not much, but could make a bit.

[JeffBrad12]

I read above some comparison between Rodrygo and Gyokeres..... Come on man, i dont know what Arteta has in his mind, but Gyokeres and Rodrygo has nothing in common and are two very diferent player, i feel like the only in common is they have a Y in their surnames.

So i feel like is a click bait note from the press trying to install silly rumours.

Even if that comparison came from the press, i'd call them as dumbest press ever. Comparing Gyokeres as a striker to the Rodrygo as a winger is so silly. It will never work. They need to go to the highschool learn about how to compare thing to thing equally.

[POPOLUV]

With my observation so far in this coming season in EPL I'm seeing that there is going to be a strong competitor within the clubs, with the way and manner each clubs is taking a step at time in preparation of the EPL to kick of on the 15th of August alongside with Liverpool club vs Bournemouth club and i know that any clubs that fail to amend from there mistakes last season maybe end up not occupying a better position in the EPL table.

[Princess Leah]

Arsenal success in bringing in Zubimendi is a form of management's seriousness in increasing the team's strength ahead of the start of the competition, even though he is not a striker (as fans want), his arrival can have a big influence in the midfield because he is a stable, intelligent and efficient defensive midfielder.
Arteta is really busy in the transfer market this time, their activities in the transfer market certainly want to be a team that is ready to win the EPL championship, their target in the front line is also not just any player, if one of the players targeted to fill their front line next season is successfully brought in, Arsenal will be a big threat to other teams in the hunt for the championship title.

Zubimendi is very important transfer without a doubt. But he is a defensive midfielder, and they were looking for a striker, Gyokeres. I wonder if getting Zubimendi means they can't afford Gyokeres? Or does it mean they are going to get both?

Because if you offered me two choices, like either get Zubimendi or get Gyokeres, for Arsenal then I would have picked Gyokeres. But, by the looks of it they are looking to get both of them.

Partey played a huge role in Arsenal this season, so with Zubimendi they are looking to move away from Partey apparently, not entirely sure if they are going to sell Partey or not but he definitely deserves to end up with a team that will play. That should be a good money maker for them too, not much, but could make a bit.

Arsenal got him at the right time cause Thomas Partey was recently charged with rape accusations and if found guilty it means that Arsenal won't be bothered about a replacement, Zubimendi is a quality player and could suit that role very well, in a case where Partey is not guilty with his accusations then it's a more goodnews for Arsenal since they'll have strong depth in that position.

 Well, it's going to be a tough competition for a spot in that position, Partey is a worthy player and has already dominated that position for Arsenal since his arrival, Zubimendi has to do all it takes to convince the coach that he's better, the Premier league is not a place where players are pampered it you don't meet up standards you'll be lashed by the media, english pundits and fans.

[Danica22]

I read above some comparison between Rodrygo and Gyokeres..... Come on man, i dont know what Arteta has in his mind, but Gyokeres and Rodrygo has nothing in common and are two very diferent player, i feel like the only in common is they have a Y in their surnames.

So i feel like is a click bait note from the press trying to install silly rumours.

Even if that comparison came from the press, i'd call them as dumbest press ever. Comparing Gyokeres as a striker to the Rodrygo as a winger is so silly. It will never work. They need to go to the highschool learn about how to compare thing to thing equally.

Gyökeres  and eodrygo have completely different playing styles and positions. It is possible to keep these two players in the squad at the same time. But I do not  see the possibility of Rodrygo playing as a replacement for Gyökeres.

As far as I know , gyokeres plays in the central forward position. On the other hand, rodrygo is a right winger. So there is no chance of using Rodrygo as a replacement for Gyokeres . If the coach wants to do this, then he will have to change Rodrygo's entire playing style , otherwise the coach will have to change his match strategy. But even if he does this , arsenal's overall performance is likely to be unstable . An experienced coach like Arteta will not want to take such a risk.

[Velvet78]

It is undeniable that Rodrygo current situation is very dilemma due to the uncertainty he faces, his performance which had decreased due to his injury made his position in the main squad replaced. Real Madrid attack line, namely Mbappe and Vinicius Jr. makes the team stronger, although it is hard, Rodrygo must start thinking about the best way to make his career and performance grow, even if he has to move to another club like Arsenal it is better and surely Arsenal also need this type of player.

Rodrygo is a great talent but Real Madrid is also full of stars like him. Therefore it makes things more difficult for him to capture his place in the starting lineup and keep it for too long. 

Earlier Manchester City was interested in him but dropped it later on. Maybe because of his excessive cost... Now they speculate him with Arsenal but does Arteta really want to spend probably near 100 million euros for him?

[Luzin]

Earlier Manchester City was interested in him but dropped it later on. Maybe because of his excessive cost... Now they speculate him with Arsenal but does Arteta really want to spend probably near 100 million euros for him?

I read a rumor that Arsenal have agreed with Viktor Gyokeres. Maybe his position is different from Rodrygo, but Gyokeres has been priced at 60 million euros. So if they buy Rodrygo again it seems that they are spending too much money. I'm not sure they will sign Rodrygo at that price. They have signed Kepa, Zubimendi and most recently Gyokeres. I don't see Arsenal having a big budget every season.