Arsenal news and transfers LIVE: Declan Rice medical update, Timber £40m deal (2024)

Arsenal have been extremely active during the start of the summer transfer window!

A deal to sign Kai Havertz was confirmed as the north London club's first signing of the summer on Wednesday, with the talented playmaker completing a £65million deal from London rivals Chelsea.

Mikel Arteta's side have also agreed a £105million deal in principle to sign West Ham United captain Declan Rice with talks over payment structure set to be finalised soon. The Hammers skipper has been granted permission to complete a medical and could become the second addition to Arteta's squad.

Another deal that could be wrapped up soon is a move for Ajax defender Jurrien Timbe. The Gunners reportedly have reached an agreement for his transfer with the Dutch giants in a deal worth around £40million.

Liverpool are understood to be leading the race to sign Southampton midfielder Romeo Lavia, along with Chelsea, with Arsenal falling behind their Premier League rivals.

With that said, stay tuned to the blog throughout the day as we bring you all the latest Arsenal news as it breaks.

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Declan Rice update

Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has claimed that Arsenal's deal to sign Declan Rice is edging closer.

Writing on Twitter, Romano said: "Declan Rice deal, almost there! Arsenal and West Ham are progressing in talks to agree on payment terms/structure of the deal — it’s really, finally close now.

"#AFC Talks will continue to get it done… and then, here we go. £105m package/fee agreed two days ago."

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Rice agreement

West Ham hope to agree payment terms with Arsenal for the transfer of Declan Rice by Monday, as per the Sun.

The north London outfit have agreed a deal in principle to sign Rice for an initial fee of £100million, as well as £5million in add-ons. Now, it is claimed that sources close to the deal expect negotiations to finish by the start of next week.

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Xhaka U-turn

According to the Mirror, Arsenal may have changed their stance on selling Granit Xhaka for just £13million.

The Gunners are claimed to be keen to fetch around £20million for the veteran midfielder instead.

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Kai Havertz message

New Arsenal signing Kai Havertz has promised big things on social media ahead of the 2023/24 season.

Havertz became the Gunners' first signing of the summer transfer window earlier this week.

Read the full story here.

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City chief speaks out

Manchester City chief executive Ferran Soriano has explained why his side lost out on signing Declan Rice to Arsenal.

The north London outfit submitted a club-record transfer offer of £100million, plus an additional £5million in add-ons, for Rice on Tuesday evening, football.london understands. That bid resulted in City pulling out of the race for the England international after previously seeing a £90million bid turned down by the Hammers.

Read more here.

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Defender transfer battle

Arsenal, Newcastle United, and Liverpool are all interested in Sporting CP defender Goncalo Inacio, according to Spanish outlet AS via liverpool.com.

Inacio is just 21-years-old and has already established himself as one of Portugal's most promising centre-backs.

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Timber deal details

According to transfer guru Graeme Bailey, Arsenal's move to sign Ajax defender Jurrien Timber is a done deal.

Speaking on Talking Transfers, Bailey said: "Jurrien Timber is done. Agreed. 47 million Euros is the total package.

"The deal is worth £120-a-week, we understand, roughly. So it’s not a big deal in Premier League terms."

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Mari confirmation

Arsenal have confirmed that Pablo Mari has officially joined Serie A side AC Monza on a permanent transfer.

Mari spent last season on loan with the Italian outfit.

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Rice 'buzzing' to join Arsenal

West Ham captain Declan Rice is 'buzzing' regarding his proposed move to Arsenal, as per transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.

Speaking on his YouTube channel, Romano said: "For Declan Rice, day of silence because West Ham and Arsenal are still working, while I'm speaking, on the payment terms. As I told you yesterday, West Ham wants the payment of £100m to be made in 18 months, Arsenal are offering four years, so there is still distance.

"All parties are now more relaxed because there is an agreement on the fee, it's going to be £105m, so there is no doubt about that. So, all parties are way more relaxed, they know they can take their time. But Declan Rice and Arsenal remains a deal at the final stages."

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Havertz shock

Arsenal legend Ray Parlour has admitted he was shocked to see Mikel Arteta's side sign Kai Havertz.

"[Gabriel] Jesus is there, Eddie Nketiah has done great when he’s come in but I thought they needed one more top quality striker.

"But they went for Havertz and spent a lot of money on him. Edu and Mikel Arteta must see something in him."

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Rice medical

As per the Mirror, via West Ham Zone, Declan Rice is ready to cut his holiday short to undergo his Arsenal medical in the UK ahead of his potential £105million move to north London.

Rice has been linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium all summer, with the Gunners making him their priority target this transfer window.

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Huge Nwaneri update

Transfer insider Fabrizio Romano has claimed that Arsenal have come to an agreement with talented youngster Ethan Nwaneri regarding a new contract.

Writing on Twitter, Romano said: "Ethan Nwaneri has signed scolarship deal at Arsenal — then agreed first pro deal to be signed when he will turn 17. It’s done, exclusive news confirmed

"Contract will be valid for 2.6 years — it’s the highest salary offer made by #AFC for Academy player. Here we go."

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Balogun's cryptic message

Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun's future remains uncertain, with a number of clubs continuing to be linked to a potential summer transfer.

The Hale End academy graduate has now posted a cryptic message on his twitter account, potentially regarding his future in north London.

Read more here.

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Timber conclusion

According to the Evening Standard, Arsenal and Ajax are keen to conclude negotiations for the transfer of defender Jurrien Timbe.

It is claimed that the Dutch giants are ready to accept the Gunners' offer worth an initial £36million plus an additional £4million in add-ons.

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Luke Thrower

Arsenal have their own KDB and Salah

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta may have his own Kevin De Bruyne and Mohamed Salah this summer after securing the signing of Kai Havertz from Chelsea. The 24-year-old secured the switch across London earlier this week in a deal that could rise up to £65million, if add-ons are achieved.

Read the full story here.

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Arteta influence in Timber deal

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has played a huge role in pushing for the signing of Ajax defender Jurrien Timber this summer, according to reports. It comes as the Gunners continue to make progress in the summer transfer window, adding to the squad for the upcoming season.

Read the full story here.

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Timber medical

Jurrien Timber is readying a medical ahead of his move to join Arsenal this summer, according to TalkSPORT. The Dutch international is nearing a move worth roughly £40million, with talks surrounding a move continuing.

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Rice medical

Declan Rice is now free to discuss personal terms and have a medical with Arsenal ahead of a move, according to Sky Sports. The Gunners are still yet to reach an overall agreement with West Ham over a fee, as discussions continue over installments, but the deal in principal for £105million has been agreed.

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Timber delay

Arsenal are facing a slight delay in a transfer switch for Jurrien Timber this summer as a deal with Ajax is still being discussed. It comes after some reports claimed that an agreement had been reached with the Dutch club over a switch.

Read the full story here.

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Exit planned

Arsenal are preparing to announce the exit of defender Pablo Mari as he readies a permanent switch to Monza, following a loan spell with the club that saw them avoid Serie A relegation.

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Rice rejection

West Ham have rejected Arsenal's latest payment plan in their attempts to sign midfielder Declan Rice this summer, according to the Sun. The Gunners have agreed a deal in principle with the Hammers, but the installments they pay the move in has been a point of contention.

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Sam Hill

Arsenal close in on Jurrien Timber transfer as Edu reaches £40m agreement with Ajax

Arsenal have agreed an initial €42million (£36million) transfer fee to sign Ajax defender Jurrien Timber. The deal could rise to €47million (£40million) if additional add-ons are met, according to De Telegraaf.

football.london understands that the Gunners are keen to bolster their options at the back, with Mikel Arteta interested in Timber. Arsenal had an opening bid of £30million rejected by the Eredivisie giants last week but were expected to return with an improved proposal.

The report states that the Gunners have now reached a verbal agreement on a fee with Ajax, having already tied up personal terms on a 'lucrative' contract with Timber this week. All that remains before a transfer can be completed is a medical and paperwork.

Bayern Munich were among the clubs interested in signing Timber this summer, but it now seems the player will complete a move to the Emirates Stadium if he passes a medical. The talented youngster is said to have agreed to a deal that will earn him €8million (£6.9million) - double his current salary.

Read on here.

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Sam Hill

Declan Rice given 'green light' for Arsenal medical as details emerge on huge £105m transfer

Declan Rice has been given permission to complete a medical with Arsenal ahead of a huge transfer from West Ham this summer. That's according to TalkSPORT, which claims that the midfielder has been given the green light from the Hammers to undergo tests to get a deal done swiftly.

It comes after a saga that has spanned months and many bids, but one that appears to have seen the Gunners come out on top, barring any late drama. Rice was believed to have made a move to the Emirates his priority this summer, while football.london understood that Arsenal viewed the midfielder as a top priority.

The north London outfit were keen to avoid a bidding war, placing an early first bid worth £80million following West Ham's European success. That was rejected before another offer worth a total of £90million was also turned down, with Manchester City starting to lurk in the background.

Pep Guardiola's side, off the back of a famous treble but the loss of a key player in Ilkay Gundogan, firmed up their interest by making a formal bid. That offer was also turned down, however the price was edging towards the £100million mark widely claimed to be the valuation, meaning one team had to blink first.

Read on here.

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Arsenal handed major Romeo Lavia transfer blow as Liverpool and Chelsea lead £40m race

Arsenal have lost ground in the race to sign Southampton star Romeo Lavia in the summer transfer window. The Belgian midfielder has been tipped to leave the Saints following their relegation from the Premier League.

Southampton boss Russell Martin has stated that some players will leave the Saints this summer - which may include Lavia. Martin told reporters: "There will be people leaving, of course, it's what happens when you have such a tough season last season and you move down from the Premier League.

"I've also been there and it’s not that easy. Every player in the dressing room could think they're going back to the Premier League, but it's not that easy."

It now seems that Liverpool lead the race for the 19-year-old talent, along with Chelsea, with the Gunners falling behind in the race for Lavia's signature. A report from Football Transfers, via 90min, has stated that Arteta's side are behind their Premier League rivals as competition for the Belgian midfielder heats up.

Read on here.

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Sam Hill

Good morning

It was another busy day for Arsenal in the summer transfer window yesterday!

To keep up to date with all the latest Arsenal transfer news, stay tuned to our dedicated Gunners live blog on football.london for regular updates throughout the day!

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FAQs

How much did Arsenal pay for timber? ›

Arsenal have signed defender Jurrien Timber from Ajax for a fee in the region of £38m. The Gunners will pay an initial fee of just over £34m for the Netherlands international, 22, on a five-year deal, with the remainder payable in performance-related add-ons.

Is Rice to Arsenal a done deal? ›

As per transfer guru Dean Jones, everything is more or less done in the Rice deal, with the club preparing for his unveiling. “I'm told that it's basically done now", Jones told Givemesport.

Has Timber joined Arsenal? ›

Timber joined Arsenal in the summer of 2023 from Ajax in a sensational move that would have seen him become a starter for Arteta straight away. However, just two games into the season, Timber suffered an anterior cruciate ligament tear and was only able to return for the last game of the season.

Who is the new signing of Arsenal? ›

New signings summer window
PlayerNationalityFee
David RayaSpain£30m
Lucas NygaardDenmarkFree transfer
Tommy SetfordEngland£1m
Riccardo CalafioriItaly£42m
Aug 8, 2024

Who is the richest player at Arsenal? ›

Kai Havertz becomes Arsenal's highest-paid player

Aaron Ramsdale, Gabriel Martinelli and Bukayo Saka have all extended their contracts this year and have each seen their salaries increase exponentially.

Who is the most expensive transfer made by Arsenal? ›

Declan Rice - £105m

He is now Arsenal's most expensive-ever signing and already living up to his price tag.

What are the odds on Declan Rice joining Arsenal? ›

Declan Rice Summer 2023 Transfer Odds
ClubOddsBookmaker
Arsenal7/4Ladbrokes
Man Utd16/1Bet365
Stay At West Ham20/1Bet365
Chelsea25/1Bet365
4 more rows
Jun 23, 2023

How long is Declan Rice's contract with Arsenal? ›

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Sign up and save 10% off your first purchase. Rice has signed a five-year deal at Arsenal which runs until 2028, with the option of a further year and will wear the No 41 shirt.

How much did Arsenal pay for Declan Rice in cash? ›

Arsenal have smashed their transfer record to complete the signing of England midfielder Declan Rice from West Ham, the club announced on Saturday. The Premier League runners-up agreed a fee for Rice worth £100 million ($131m) plus £5m ($6.5m) in add-ons, sources told ESPN.

How much did Julian Timber cost to transfer? ›

He made his first-team debut for Ajax in March 2020, and won two Eredivisie titles and one KNVB Cup. He won the Marco van Basten Award in 2022. Timber signed for Arsenal in July 2023, for an initial transfer fee of £34 million.

How long is the Jurrien Timber contract? ›

As per Sky Sports, his contract will run for five years and is designed to keep him in north London until June 2028. David Ornstein of The Athletic has reported that Arsenal will pay an initial €40million (£34.2m) for the Netherlands international, though the deal could rise to €45m (£38.5m) as a result of add-ons.

Where did Arsenal get timber from? ›

Netherlands international Jurrien Timber has joined us from Ajax on a long-term contract. The 22-year-old defender was a key member of the Ajax team, where he made 121 senior appearances in all competitions, winning two league titles and a Dutch Cup during his time with the Amsterdam side.

Who is joining Arsenal in 2024? ›

The Gunners have made a statement signing by bringing Italy star Riccardo Calafiori to the Emirates Stadium after securing a £42 million ($53m) deal with Bologna. Their business will by no means be finished there, with plenty of rumours swirling around as the window drags on.

Which team beat Arsenal the most? ›

The team that Arsenal have played most in league competition is Manchester United, who they first met in the 1894–95 Football League season; the 83 defeats from 204 meetings is more than they have lost against any other club.

When was Arsenal last relegated? ›

Arsenal were the first club from southern England to join the Football League in 1893, and it reached the First Division in 1904. Relegated only once, in 1913, it continues the longest streak in the top division, and has won the second-most top-flight matches in English football history.

How much did Jurrien Timber cost? ›

Arsenal have reached an agreement to sign Ajax defender Jurrien Timber in a deal worth £38.5m. The Gunners will pay an initial £34.2m for the 22-year-old Netherlands international, with a further £4.3m payable in performance-related add-ons.

How much did Rwanda invest in Arsenal? ›

The Gunners first teamed up with the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) in 2018, with the pair inking a four-year extension reportedly worth UK£40 million (US$49.6 million) in 2021.

How much did Arsenal pay for Trossard? ›

Arsenal have completed the £27m signing of Brighton attacker Leandro Trossard. The Gunners are paying an initial £20m up front with a further £7m coming in add-ons.

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