Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationMirror FootballUnverified source· 9 Aug 2026
Arteta: Arsenal still pushing for more signings
Arsenal have spent over £100m this summer but Arteta says they're not done yet.


Arsenal
team
Spent
Over £100m this summer
Latest signing
Bruno Guimaraes (£75m from Newcastle)
Pre-season result
Lost 3-2 to Borussia Dortmund
What happened. Mikel Arteta confirmed Arsenal are still trying to sign more players before the transfer window closes, with a new defender still targeted.
- Piero Hincapie's loan made permanent for £34.5m.
- Christos Tzolis joined for £34m from Club Brugge.
- Illan Meslier signed after Leeds contract expired.
“Well, that's what we're trying to do [sign more players].”
— Mikel Arteta
Arsenal, reigning Premier League champions, aim to strengthen squad further before window shuts.
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