Arsenal are unconcerned over speculation linking Myles Lewis-Skelly with an exit and are optimistic about agreeing a new deal with the defender.Lewis-Skelly enjoyed a breakout campaign for Arsenal in

Despite the clamour for a proven No.9, much of Arsenal’s early transfer focus appeared to be aimed at Real Madrid’s Rodrygo. But Xabi Alonso, newly installed at the Bernabeu, swiftly shut down speculation, stating the Brazilian winger is firmly in his plans and that “there are currently no plans to sell.”

Welcome to the second edition of The Athletic’s Transfer DealSheet for the summer 2025 transfer window. Our team of dedicated writers, including David Ornstein, will take you inside the market to explain the deals being worked on in this window,