[James McNicholas]
Partey’s preference is to stay but the player is entertaining offers from elsewhere. If he leaves for free, Arsenal may not have the budget to replace him with a similar quality. While the situation is unresolved, Arsenal are discussing options including Sevilla’s Lucien Agoume
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6443074/2025/06/24/man-utd-arsenal-liverpool-transfer-news/
Other points:
- A number of targets that Arteta favoured appear to be going elsewhere: Mbuemo, Huijsen, Sane and Williams
- Arsenal do have alternative targets but that list is diminishing
- Despite rumours linking Martinelli to an exit, there has been no significant developments
- Martinelli is happy at Arsenal
- The player has a contract until 2028 + the club has a one year option to extend until 2029
- If an attractive buyer came in at the right price, Arsenal’s position could shift
- Kepa is expected to complete his move to Arsenal
- Kepa incoming could mean the departure of Hein leaving. There is loan interest from La Liga clubs but Arsenal would be open to a permanent deal
- Arsenal are continuing in their efforts to sign a striker and would like to add a wide player with Rodrygo and Gordon of interest