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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is reportedly considering allowing striker Viktor Gyökeres to leave the club during the upcoming summer transfer window, according to fresh claims from Spanish outlet Fichajes.
The report suggests that *ARSENAL*’s coaching staff are already evaluating their attacking options ahead of the 2026–27 season, and that Gyokeres’ future at the Emirates Stadium may not be guaranteed despite his relatively recent arrival in north London.
Gyokeres only joined Arsenal in July 2025 from Sporting CP in a deal worth around £64 million, after an extended transfer saga earlier that summer. The Swedish international arrived with a prolific reputation following a remarkable spell in Portugal, where he scored heavily and established himself as one of Europe’s most productive forwards.
However, reports in Spain claim that Arteta and Arsenal’s recruitment team are already assessing whether the 28-year-old fits the long-term tactical vision for the club. According to the claims, the manager is open to offers if the club receives a suitable proposal during the next window.
One factor behind the speculation is Gyokeres’ adaptation to the Premier League. Moving from the Portuguese top flight to England represents a major step up in intensity and tactical demands, and several reports have suggested that both Gyokeres and fellow striker Benjamin Sesko have struggled to fully adjust after high-profile transfers to England.
Arteta is also believed to be planning further changes to *ARSENAL*’s forward line as the club attempts to build a squad capable of consistently competing for the Premier League and Champions League.
Recent reports have linked the Gunners with several attacking targets across Europe, indicating that the club’s hierarchy is exploring additional options in the final third.
From a tactical standpoint, Arteta has often preferred forwards who can interchange positions, press aggressively, and link play across the front line. While Gyokeres was signed for his physical presence, finishing ability and goal output, questions remain over whether his profile perfectly suits the fluid attacking system the Spaniard has developed at ARSENAL.
There is also the financial dimension. Should Arsenal receive a significant offer for Gyokeres, the club could potentially recoup much of their initial investment while reinvesting in younger or more versatile attacking players.
Nevertheless, with Arteta continuing to reshape the squad in pursuit of major trophies, the striker’s future could become one of the more intriguing storylines heading into the summer transfer window.
ARAUJO PRICE SET
Barcelona could be prepared to sanction a surprise sale of defender Ronald Araújo for as little as €30 million ($34.6m), according to reports in Spain, putting the likes of ARSENAL, Liverpool and Manchester United on alert ahead of the next transfer window.
The Uruguayan international has long been considered one of Barcelona’s defensive pillars, but the club’s ongoing financial pressures and desire to refresh their back line could open the door to a departure.
Reports suggest Barcelona would consider offers around the €30m mark, a figure that would represent a significant drop compared with the fees typically commanded by elite centre-backs.
Interest in Araújo is already building across England, with Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United all closely monitoring the situation. Each club is expected to assess defensive reinforcements in the coming months, and the availability of a player of Araújo’s pedigree at a relatively modest price has inevitably drawn attention.
Liverpool’s interest is particularly notable given uncertainty around the long-term future of key defenders and the club’s search for a potential successor to senior figures in the back line. The Reds have previously been linked with the 27-year-old as part of a broader plan to strengthen their defence for the next era.
Manchester United, meanwhile, have also tracked Araújo for some time and could revisit the possibility of a move as they look to reshape their squad under their current recruitment strategy. Previous reports have suggested the defender is viewed as an ideal addition to improve United’s defensive stability.
ARSENAL are another club believed to be attentive to the situation. Mikel Arteta’s side already possess a strong defensive unit but remain alert to opportunities in the market—especially when a high-level player becomes available at a discounted valuation.
Araújo’s future may also hinge on his role within Barcelona’s evolving squad. While he has been a regular in recent seasons, competition for places and tactical adjustments under the current coaching setup have raised questions about whether he will remain a guaranteed starter going forward.
Who would Araujo prefer to make the move too?
If a move does materialise, Liverpool may represent the most logical destination. The club’s system places a premium on physically dominant centre-backs who are comfortable defending large spaces—qualities that align closely with Araújo’s strengths.
Anfield could also offer the opportunity to become a cornerstone of a new defensive cycle, potentially succeeding one of the Premier League’s most established leaders.
Arsenal would provide Champions League stability and a well-structured defensive environment, while Manchester United might offer the appeal of a central role in a major rebuild.
However, Liverpool could be the most attractive next step for the Barcelona centre-back if he chooses to leave Spain.
MADRID EYES SKELLY
Real Madrid are reportedly weighing up a move for Arsenal defender Myles Lewis-Skelly as part of their long-term squad planning, with Spanish outlet Fichajes
claiming the Premier League club could be open to letting the young left-back leave this summer.
The report suggests the Spanish giants have identified the 19-year-old as a player who fits their recruitment strategy of targeting elite young talent across Europe. Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez is said to have placed Lewis-Skelly on the club’s radar as they look to strengthen their defensive options in the coming transfer windows.
Lewis-Skelly is widely regarded as one of the most promising products to emerge from *ARSENAL*’s Hale End academy in recent years. The England international, who plays primarily as a left-back but is also capable of operating in midfield, made his first-team breakthrough during the 2024–25 season after progressing through the club’s youth ranks.
Despite that early breakthrough, his role in the squad has become less certain this season. Increased competition in Arsenal’s defensive positions has limited his opportunities, with the youngster reportedly falling behind other options in the left-back pecking order under Mikel Arteta.
According to reports cited in Spain, Real Madrid believe the situation could create an opportunity to lure him to the Santiago Bernabéu. The La Liga side view Lewis-Skelly as a versatile defender with significant long-term potential, and they are monitoring his development closely while considering whether to make a formal approach.
The potential transfer has also been linked to Arsenal’s broader financial and squad strategy. Some reports suggest the Gunners could consider several sales in order to fund new arrivals and balance the books ahead of another ambitious summer in the transfer market.
Former ARSENAL figures have also suggested a departure could be possible if the teenager continues to struggle for consistent playing time. With limited minutes this season and strong competition for places, a move elsewhere could provide the regular first-team opportunities that are crucial at this stage of his development.
Nevertheless, ARSENAL previously demonstrated their faith in the defender by tying him down to a long-term contract that runs until 2030, underlining how highly he is rated within the club.
For now, Real Madrid’s interest remains at the rumour stage and no official negotiations have been confirmed.
However, with the Spanish giants continuing to track emerging talent across Europe, Lewis-Skelly’s future could become one of the more intriguing storylines as the summer transfer window approaches.
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