Five players who could join Arsenal this summer

Cameron Smith

28 Mar 2025 05:30 GMT
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Benjamin Sesko, RB Leipzig, 2024/25 — © IMAGO

Arsenal were fairly cautious in the 2024 summer transfer window, but they are expected to back Mikel Arteta with several big-money signings this time around.

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The Gunners are aiming to bring in a number of reinforcements this summer as they look to provide Arteta with a squad capable of finally winning the Premier League title.

Below, FootballTransfers runs through five players who could join Arsenal this summer.

Nico Williams (Athletic Club)

Arsenal wanted to sign Nico Williams during the 2024 summer transfer window and after failing to reach an agreement for the Spain star, they will attempt a deal yet again this year.

FootballTransfers understands that a move to the Emirates Stadium is on the cards, although Arsenal will need to convince Williams to leave his beloved Athletic Club in order to finalise a transfer.

Barcelona are also keeping tabs on his situation, while a host of teams across Europe are likely to pursue a deal if he decides to move clubs this summer.

Martin Zubimendi (Real Sociedad)

Real Madrid are hoping to hijack Arsenal’s deal for Martin Zubimendi, but the Real Sociedad star is still expected to move to north London following the conclusion of the 2024-25 campaign.

Arsenal are set to lose both Thomas Partey and Jorginho on free transfers, and they have identified Zubimendi as their dream midfield target as a result.

FootballTransfers understands Arsenal are close to reaching an agreement with the Spain international as they prepare to bring him to the club.

Benjamin Sesko (RB Leipzig)

Signing a new centre forward is one of Arsenal’s primary goals for 2025 and RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko is a key target, FootballTransfers has been told.

The Slovenia international has enjoyed a sublime stint in the Bundesliga and Arsenal are eager to bring him to the Emirates Stadium this summer, amid the recent struggles of Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus.

Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres are also wanted by the Gunners, although Sesko appears to be the most attainable option as things stand.

Sverre Nypan (Rosenborg)

Rosenborg wonderkid Sverre Nypan has been linked with a number of elite European sides over the past few months, but a move to Arsenal appears to be his most likely next step.

We understand that Nypan has already agreed personal terms with the north London giants and that the Norwegian is eager to join the club.

Aston Villa, Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur have also been heavily linked with a move for the teenager following his breakout at Rosenborg, but Arsenal are leading the race to sign him.

Joan Garcia (Espanyol)

David Raya is the undisputed number one goalkeeper at the Emirates Stadium, but the Gunners are looking to sign a back-up option this summer, with Neto set to return to Bournemouth following his loan spell in north London.

Espanyol star Joan Garcia has been identified as Arsenal’s first choice candidate, with the club aiming to complete a deal after narrowly missing out on his signature in 2024.

However, they will face significant competition for the Spaniard amid reported interest from Atletico Madrid, Barcelona and Manchester United.