Arsenal players squad for the 2026-27 season
Ages, current status and contract expiration
Updated monthly
The dawn of the 2026/27 season brings huge expectations to the Emirates Stadium. Under Mikel Arteta’s continuous revolution, and with the club firmly established at the pinnacle of English football, the squad dynamics are evolving at a rapid pace.
The hierarchy has meticulously crafted a balance of elite prime talent, world-class experienced leaders, and a thrilling conveyor belt of Hale End academy graduates. In modern football, keeping an eye on the stability of the squad, namely contract lengths, player ages, and squad status, is vital for understanding where the club is heading next.
Below is the definitive, comprehensive guide to the Arsenal first-team squad for the 2026/27 campaign, detailing where every player stands ahead of a massive season.
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Club Information
Manager: Mikel Arteta
Club Captain: Martin Odegaard
Home Ground: Emirates Stadium
Average Squad Age: 25.1 Years
Youngest First-Team Player: Ethan Nwaneri (19)
Oldest First-Team Player: Neto (36)
Goalkeepers
Arsenal’s goalkeeping department remains one of the sturdiest in the Premier League. The stability of the undisputed number one gives Arteta total peace of mind from the back.
Player Age Current Status Contract Expiration
David Raya 30 Active (First Choice) June 2029
Neto 36 Active (Backup) June 2027
Karl Hein 24 Returning from Loan June 2028
Tommy Setford 20 Development / Active June 2028
Defenders
Widely regarded as one of the most formidable defensive units in world football, Arsenal’s backline boasts incredible depth. The multifunctional nature of Arteta’s defenders means the club is well protected, though a couple of full-back situations will need to be addressed in the near future.
Player Age Current Status Contract Expiration
William Saliba 25 Active (Key Player) June 2028
Gabriel Magalhães 28 Active (Key Player) June 2027 (+1)
Ben White 28 Active June 2028
Jurriën Timber 25 Active June 2028
Riccardo Calafiori 24 Active June 2029
Piero Hincapie 24 On loan (obligation to buy) June 2026
Cristhian Mosquera 21 Active June 2030
Myles Lewis-Skelly 19 Active June 2030
Midfielders
The engine room is anchored by the club captain and a generational midfield anchor. While the core is locked down long-term, the integration of Hale End’s brightest spark signifies the transitional phase into Arsenal’s next great side.
Player Age Current Status Contract Expiration
Martin Ødegaard 27 Active (Captain) June 2028
Declan Rice 27 Active (Key Player) June 2028 (+1)
Mikel Merino 30 Active June 2028
Martin Zubimendi 27 Active June 2030
Ethan Nwaneri 19 Returning from loan June 2030
Eberechi Eze 27 Active June 2029
Christian Norgaard 32 Active June 2027
Forwards
Arteta’s fluid frontline remains the primary source of the team’s modern, dynamic attacking blueprint. Securing the core wingers to long-term deals has been INEOS-style business done early, ensuring Arsenal’s peak years remain protected.
Player Age Current Status Contract Expiration
Bukayo Saka 24 Active June 2028
Kai Havertz 27 Active June 2028
Gabriel Martinelli 25 Active June 2027 (+1)
Viktor Gyokeres 28 Active June 2030
Leandro Trossard 31 Active June 2027
Max Dowman 16 Active N/A
Gabriel Jesus 29 Active June 2027
Noni Madueke 24 Active June 2030
Reiss Nelson 26 Returning from loan June 2027