Arsenal midfielder Matteo Guendouzi in action during his side's Premier League clash with Manchester City on August 12, 2018
Five Premier League summer signings which have surprised people
Four games have now been played in this season's Premier League, but which summer signings have already caused a surprise during the opening fixtures?
Aug 5, 13:05
Lucas Perez in action for Arsenal on January 31, 2017
Arsenal accept Lucas Perez offer?
Arsenal reportedly accept an offer from Sporting Lisbon for the transfer of forward Lucas Perez.
Aug 5, 11:59
Nacho Monreal in action for Arsenal on April 22, 2018
Unai Emery: 'Nacho Monreal, Ainsley Maitland-Niles could start against Manchester City'
Unai Emery believes that Nacho Monreal still has a chance to face Manchester City in Arsenal's Premier League opener but also says Ainsley Maitland-Niles is in contention.
Aug 5, 08:43
Croatia's Domagoj Vida celebrates after the match against Ukraine on March 24, 2017
Arsenal to move for Croatia international Domagoj Vida?
Arsenal boss Unai Emery will reportedly launch a bid for Besiktas defender Domagoj Vida if he can make a high-profile sale before the end of the transfer window.
Aug 4, 08:37
Arsenal winger Alex Iwobi in action during his side's Premier League clash with Crystal Palace in January 2018
Alex Iwobi signs new long-term Arsenal contract
Arsenal midfielder Alex Iwobi signs a new long-term deal with the club.
Aug 3, 14:35
Mesut Ozil in action for Germany against Austria on June 2, 2018
Manuel Neuer: 'Germany squad accept Mesut Ozil's decision to retire'
Manuel Neuer urges his teammates to move on from Mesut Ozil's sudden retirement from the German national team.
Aug 3, 13:03
Arsenal defender Shkodran Mustafi in action during his side's Europa League clash with AC Milan in March 2018
Shkodran Mustafi set for Arsenal exit?
Shkodran Mustafi is reportedly set to leave Arsenal this summer if an interested club meets his £22.3m valuation.
Aug 3, 12:38
Juventus defender Stephan Lichtsteiner in action during a Serie A clash with Hellas Verona on May 19, 2018
Hector Bellerin eager to learn from new Arsenal signing Stephan Lichtsteiner
Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin admits that that he is eager to learn from Switzerland right-back Stephan Lichtsteiner, a recent arrival from Juventus.
Aug 2, 18:56
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in action for Arsenal in pre-season on July 27, 2018
Nwankwo Kanu tips Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to help Arsenal mount title challenge
Former Arsenal striker Nwankwo Kanu believes that Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang can help the Gunners mount a Premier League title challenge this season.
Aug 2, 18:21
Unai Emery gives his instructions during the pre-season friendly between Arsenal and Atletico Madrid on July 26, 2018
Sol Campbell: 'Unai Emery must hit ground running'
Former Arsenal centre-back Sol Campbell says that Unai Emery must hit the ground running in the early stages of the Premier League season.
Aug 2, 13:59
Arsenal players celebrate the equaliser during the pre-season friendly between Chelsea and Arsenal on August 1, 2018
Arsenal beat Chelsea on penalties after late equaliser
Arsenal beat Chelsea on penalties at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin following a 1-1 draw in normal time.
Aug 1, 21:16
Arsenal midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan in action during a pre-season friendly with Boreham Wood in July 2018
Team News: Chelsea, Arsenal name strong XIs for clash in Dublin
Arsenal boss Unai Emery and Chelsea head coach Maurizio Sarri both name strong XIs for Wednesday's International Champions Cup match in Dublin.
Aug 1, 18:12
Antonio Rudiger celebrates scoring during the pre-season friendly between Chelsea and Arsenal on August 1, 2018
Live Commentary: Chelsea 1-1 Arsenal (5-6 on penalties) - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Arsenal's penalty shootout win against Chelsea in Wednesday evening's friendly match at the Aviva Stadium.
Aug 1, 18:00
Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey in action during his side's Europa League match against CSKA Moscow on April 5, 2018
Arsenal to consider Aaron Ramsey sale?
Arsenal will reportedly consider the sale of midfielder Aaron Ramsey in order to fund a move for Sevilla's Steven N'Zonzi.
Aug 1, 09:28
Paris Saint-Germain striker Edinson Cavani in action during a Ligue 1 clash with Amiens in May 2018
Thomas Tuchel: 'I expect Edinson Cavani to remain at Paris Saint-Germain'
Manager Thomas Tuchel says that he expects Edinson Cavani to remain at Paris Saint-Germain, despite alleged interest from Real Madrid.
Jul 30, 17:17
Lucas Perez in action for Arsenal on January 31, 2017
Arsenal demand £7m for Lucas Perez?
Arsenal reportedly tell Lazio that they are willing to accept an offer of £7m for forward Lucas Perez.
Jul 30, 15:24
Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar in action against Strasbourg on February 17, 2018
Thomas Tuchel: 'I have a connection with Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar'
Paris Saint-Germain boss Thomas Tuchel insists that he has a "connection" with Neymar but admits that he may have to tread carefully around the Brazilian superstar.
Jul 29, 12:41
Mesut Ozil in action for Arsenal in the Europa League on April 26, 2018
Arsenal manager Unai Emery explains Mesut Ozil tactical plans
Arsenal manager Unai Emery offers an insight into how he plans to use midfielder Mesut Ozil this season.
Jul 28, 16:40
Unai Emery gives his instructions during the pre-season friendly between Arsenal and Atletico Madrid on July 26, 2018
Arsenal put five past second-string Paris Saint-Germain in Singapore
Arsenal record a solid 5-1 win over a second-string Paris Saint-Germain side in Saturday's International Champions Cup clash at the Singapore National Stadium.
Jul 28, 13:33
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Thomas Tuchel: 'I was never in frame for Arsenal'
Paris Saint-Germain manager Thomas Tuchel reveals that he "never got in touch" with Arsenal about becoming Arsene Wenger's successor.
Jul 28, 11:47
Sokratis Papastathopoulos in action for Borussia Dortmund on December 16, 2017
Sokratis Papastathopoulos: 'Arsenal will defend better'
Arsenal defender Sokratis Papastathopoulos insists that he is determined to help the Gunners improve their defending.
Jul 28, 11:35
Unai Emery gives his instructions during the pre-season friendly between Arsenal and Atletico Madrid on July 26, 2018
Dimitar Berbatov backs Unai Emery to succeed at Arsenal
Former Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United striker Dimitar Berbatov reveals that he expects Unai Emery to succeed at Arsenal.
Jul 27, 14:25
Arsenal winger Alex Iwobi in action during his side's Premier League clash with Crystal Palace in January 2018
Unai Emery: 'Alex Iwobi set to sign new contract'
Arsenal boss Unai Emery confirms that Alex Iwobi is close to signing a new contract with the Gunners.
Jul 27, 11:56
Arsenal midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan in action during a pre-season friendly with Boreham Wood in July 2018
Henrikh Mkhitaryan: 'I am happier at Arsenal than I was at Manchester United'
Arsenal midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan says that he is happier with the Gunners' attacking football style rather than Manchester United's philosophy under Jose Mourinho.
Jul 26, 21:34
Emile Smith-Rowe celebrates his equaliser during the pre-season friendly between Arsenal and Atletico Madrid on July 26, 2018
Unai Emery impressed by Emile Smith Rowe performance
Arsenal manager Unai Emery heaps praise on 17-year-old Emile Smith Rowe following his goalscoring performance in their ICC match against Atletico Madrid.
Jul 26, 21:23
Arsenal midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan in action during a pre-season friendly with Boreham Wood in July 2018
Henrikh Mkhitaryan eyes top-four spot for Arsenal
Arsenal midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan sets his sights on helping the club return to the top four of the Premier League table during the 2018-19 campaign.
Jul 26, 19:37
Unai Emery gives his instructions during the pre-season friendly between Arsenal and Atletico Madrid on July 26, 2018
Unai Emery confident Aaron Ramsey will stay at Arsenal
Arsenal manager Unai Emery talks up the importance of midfielder Aaron Ramsey to the team and is confident that the Wales international will stay at the club this summer.
Jul 26, 19:06
Arsenal's Ivan Gazidis pictured at an event in 2012
Unai Emery unsure over Ivan Gazidis future
Arsenal manager Unai Emery admits that he is in the dark regarding the future of chief executive Ivan Gazidis, who has been linked with a move to AC Milan.
Jul 26, 18:21
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Arsenal announce Jeff Reine-Adelaide's exit to Angers
Arsenal announce that French club Angers have completed the permanent signing of midfielder Jeff Reine-Adelaide.
Jul 26, 17:54
Luciano Vietto celebrates scoring the opener during the pre-season friendly between Arsenal and Atletico Madrid on July 26, 2018
Atletico Madrid beat Arsenal on penalties
Atletico Madrid debutant Antonio Adan saves three penalties and scores the winning spot kick himself as his side beat Arsenal in a friendly in Singapore.
Jul 26, 13:45
Arsenal manager Unai Emery gives orders from the touchline during a pre-season match in July 2018
Arsenal 'in talks with Paris Saint-Germain over teenager Stanley N'Soki'
Arsenal are in talks with Paris Saint-Germain over a potential deal for teenage centre-back Stanley N'Soki, according to a report.
Jul 26, 11:56
Bayer Leverkusen goalkeeper Bernd Leno in action during a Bundesliga clash with RB Leipzig on November 18, 2017
Team News: Bernd Leno, Emile Smith Rowe among Arsenal starters to face Atletico Madrid
Bernd Leno and Emile Smith Rowe are among Arsenal's starters for today's pre-season friendly against Atletico Madrid.
Jul 26, 10:38
Luciano Vietto celebrates scoring the opener during the pre-season friendly between Arsenal and Atletico Madrid on July 26, 2018
Live Commentary: Arsenal 1-1 Atletico Madrid (Atletico win 3-1 on pens) - as it happened
Relive Atletico Madrid's penalty shootout victory over Arsenal as Antonio Adan makes himself the hero in their International Champions Cup clash in Singapore.
Jul 26, 10:30
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Arsenal, Southampton 'tracking Polish teenager Sebastian Walukiewicz'
A report claims that Arsenal and Southampton have sent scouts to watch Sebastian Walukiewicz up close, while Espanyol and Chievo are also interested in the Polish teen.
Jul 26, 08:57
Mesut Ozil in action for Germany against Austria on June 2, 2018
Arsenal boss Unai Emery: 'I respect Mesut Ozil's Germany decision'
Arsenal manager Unai Emery says that he respects Mesut Ozil's decision to retire from the German national team.
Jul 25, 20:00
Arsenal manager Unai Emery gives orders from the touchline during a pre-season match in July 2018
Unai Emery wants 'style and personality' at Arsenal
Arsenal boss Unai Emery says that he wants his team to play with 'style and personality' this season.
Jul 25, 14:24
Arsenal manager Unai Emery gives orders from the touchline during a pre-season match in July 2018
Unai Emery: 'Transfer business may be over'
Arsenal boss Unai Emery says that he would only re-enter the transfer market this summer if a "big player" became available.
Jul 25, 14:12
Arsenal winger Alex Iwobi in action during his side's Premier League clash with Crystal Palace in January 2018
Alex Iwobi 'agrees new £70,000-a-week deal at Arsenal'
Alex Iwobi agrees a new five-year contract at Arsenal, with the Nigeria international snubbing interest from Italy to extend his stay in London.
Jul 25, 12:59
Arsenal's Ivan Gazidis pictured at an event in 2012
Arsenal firmly deny Ivan Gazidis reports
Arsenal chairman Sir Chips Keswick denies that the club's chief executive Ivan Gazidis has accepted an offer from AC Milan.
Jul 25, 12:21
Arsenal's Ivan Gazidis pictured at an event in 2012
Chief executive Ivan Gazidis 'to leave Arsenal'
Chief executive Ivan Gazidis will reportedly leave Arsenal in September in order to move onto the board at AC Milan.
Jul 25, 10:28
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