Arsenal transfer news LIVE: Gunners Premier League fixtures REVEALED, £85million Gyokeres LATEST, Sesko blow – updates

Arsenal first five fixtures revealed

Here is a look at Arsenal's first five fixtures. Times are subject to change.

BREAKING: Arsenal learn opening fixture for Prem season

Arsenal have learned who their first opponent for the 2024/25 Premier League season is.

The Gunners will host Wolves on Saturday, August 17 at 3pm.

To read the full fixture list, click below.

Arsenal learn schedule for new season

Arsenal will learn their schedule for the upcoming Premier League season at 9am.

So stay tuned with us as we will have live updates for you here.

FT: Austria 0-1 France

Arsenal ace William Saliba has kicked his Euro 2024 campaign on the right foot with France beating Austria.

The Tricolores got the winner in the 38th minute following an own goal by Max Wober.

Kylian Mbappe fired a cross from the right and Wober inadvertently headed the ball to the back of his own net.

This proved to be a stressful victory for Didier Deschamps’ men as they couldn’t get a second to seal the three points and Austria came close to an equaliser on occasion.

Relive all the action HERE

Neville explains Sesko snub

Manchester United legend Gary Neville believes RB Leipzig star Benjamin Sesko will improve by staying in the Bundesliga.

Sesko appeared to be set for a move to the Gunners, only to sign a new contract with Leipzig.

He's got so much potential, you can see why Premier League clubs [want Sesko] and why he's staying at Leipzig for another year.

To grow without the spotlight that you'd have in the Premier League and develop your game a little bit more.

Gary NevilleITV

Benjamin Sesko blow

Arsenal have been dealt a transfer blow after it was firstly claimed that they “held the upper hand” in the chase for RB Leipzig star Benjamin Sesko.

The Gunners, Chelsea and Manchester United are all determined to strengthen their front line before the start of next season.

They all want Sesko - who has a release clause worth £55.3million - while Newcastle have also joined the long-list of suitors.

There is a belief that the North Londoners allegedly “hold the upper hand because they can offer Champions League football and stability”.

Those are two things the Slovenia international and his camp feel are “lacking at Chelsea and United”.

But “there is a very real possibility Sesko will opt to stay at Leipzig”.

Saliba starts for France

As expected, Arsenal star William Saliba has been named in France's starting line-up against Austria.

Here's who will be joining Saliba in Didier Deschamps' XI:

France: Maignan; Kounde, Saliba, Upamecano, T.Hernandez; Kante, Rabiot, Griezmann; Dembele, Mbappe, Thuram

Austria: Pentz; Posch, Danso, Wober, Mwene; Sabitzer, Laimer, Seiwald; Baumgartner, Grillitsch, Gregoritsch

Follow all the exciting action HERE

Viktor Gyokeres Exclusive

Sporting Lisbon will remain firm on their valuation of Arsenal summer transfer target Viktor Gyokeres.

Gyokeres has a release clause worth in the region of £85million ahead of the summer transfer window.

The Gunners want to negotiate a fee in the region of £50m-£60m, but Sporting are unwilling to let the striker leave on the cheap.

The Sweden international's contract expires in 2028 and Premier League rivals Manchester United are also keen.

Full Reiss Nelson report

Arsenal ace Reiss Nelson has allegedly told the club he is considering leaving this summer as his game time has been limited over the past season.

The Gunners will be looking for a transfer fee in the range of £20million for Nelson if both parties agree a move is the best option.

Crystal Palace have begun talks with the North Londoners over a move for the winger.

Fulham and West Ham also keen on the 24-year-old, according to CaughtOffside.

Saliba to start for France this evening

Arsenal defender William Saliba is set to start for France after a late U-turn by boss Didier Deschamps. 

Deschamps has been reluctant to play Saliba, despite his brilliant form for Arsenal.

But L'Equipe reported this morning that he will partner Dayot Upamecano in defence tonight against Austria.

Reiss Nelson update

Crystal Palace have begun talks with Arsenal over a move for England Under-21 Reiss Nelson.

With Fulham and West Ham also keen on the 24-year-old, according to CaughtOffside.

Three Arsenal stars in action today at Euro 2024

Leandro Trossard with Belgium

William Saliba with France

Oleksandr Zinchenko with Ukraine.

Keira Walsh eyeing Arsenal move

Barcelona and Arsenal are negotiating the financial terms of a transfer for Keira Walsh.

Despite the fact that Walsh is happy in Barcelona and in the team, she has always wanted to return to her country.

Walsh, 27, joined the Catalan side from Manchester City in 2022 for a then-world record transfer fee in a deal worth more than £400,000.

She has one year left on her contract.

Arsenal will bid for Victor Osimhen

Arsenal are set to make an offer for Osimhen in the coming days after Benjamin Sesko signed a new contract at RB Leipzig.

Italian journalist Ciro Venerato claimed the Gunners will make an approach for the Napoli striker soon.

Osimhen's release clause is reportedly around £100m.

Reiss Nelson wants to leave Arsenal

The 24-year-old signed a new contract last summer after finishing the 2022-23 season strongly as an impact sub.

That extended his contract until June 2027 with the option to then extend by another 12 months.

But he found game time limited last term and made just 15 Premier League appearances, starting just once.

Arsenal would like £20million plus add-ons if the player is to leave in this window.

Released goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo still undecided on future

Okonkwo spent last season on loan with Phil Parkinson's Wrexham as they won promotion to League One. 

He was named League Two Goalkeeper of the Year while away from Arsenal.

As such, Wrexham are attempting to sign the 22-year-old as they look forward to life in the third tier of English football.

Wrexham co-owner Rob McElhenney told talkSPORT: "We’re talking to Arthur actively right now.

"We know he wants to come back to Wrexham and we definitely want him. It’s just about working out the right deal that works for everybody."

Gunners eye Viktor Gyokeres and Nico Williams

Arsenal could complete their attack with a £129m outlay on Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao and Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting CP.

Williams has been strongly linked, as Arsenal are heavily interested in the 21-year-old, who has a £43m release clause.

Gyokeres would arrive on the back of an outstanding season where he 43 goals in 50 games.

He is a proven goalscorer who can compete with Kai Havertz for a starting spot, but comes with an £86m price tag.

Arsenal approach Everton's Amadou Onana

Arsenal have made an approach to sign Everton midfielder Amadou Onana, according to reports.

Mikel Arteta is looking to sign a new central midfielder following the departure of Mohamed Elneny, while Thomas Partey continues to be linked with a move away from the Gunners.

Onana, meanwhile, has attracted interest from several other Premier League clubs including Chelsea and Manchester United.

Arsenal should consider signing a wide forward to ease the strain on Bukayo Saka

Sports Journalist Ben Jacobs told GiveMeSport: "As far as wide forwards are concerned, it could be something that Arsenal look at because of the amount of minutes that Saka played last season.

"And also because he'll be coming off the Euros as well. So quite an intense summer leading into another busy season.

"But at the moment, the priority is in those other positions, a more central forward, a midfielder, and possibly also a young left-back."

Juventus target Arsenal's Jakub Kiwior

Juventus are reportedly planning to offer Arsenal a deal that includes former Liverpool player Arthur Melo plus cash for Jakub Kiwior.

Arsenal are likely to demand around £20million - a sum Juventus can't afford, according to The Mirror.

To reduce Arsenal's asking price, it's thought that Arthur, who is no longer needed at Juventus, will be included in the deal.

Arsenal to rival Man United's move for Neves and Simons

The Gunners are also being linked with a remarkable £100million move to rival Manchester United for Joao Neves and Xavi Simons.

Man Utd & Arsenal ready to offer £60m for Neves - but Benfica tell Premier League giants to DOUBLE their bids for teenager.