Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationMetro FootballUnverified source· 20 Aug 2026
Arteta approves £85m star deal after Konsa transfer
Arsenal's transfer spree continues as Arteta greenlights a blockbuster £85m move.
Mikel Arteta
coach
Player
Unnamed £85m star
Linked club
Arsenal
Reported fee
£85m
What happened. Mikel Arteta has approved an Arsenal deal to sign an £85m star following the Ezri Konsa transfer, indicating the club's intent to strengthen further.
- Arsenal are not finished in the transfer market.
- The move comes after the Konsa transfer was completed.
- Arteta's approval signals a major signing is imminent.
Arsenal's pursuit of the £85m star suggests a busy end to the transfer window.
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