Arsenal‘s summer transfer business has largely focused on strengthening the squad that delivered Premier League glory last season.
However, attention is now beginning to turn towards possible departures as Mikel Arteta continues shaping his group for the future.
The Gunners have already been heavily linked with several ambitious targets in recent weeks.
Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers remains a player admired by Arsenal’s recruitment team, with the England international viewed as someone capable of adding power, creativity and versatility to the attack.
Meanwhile, Arsenal have also explored options in defence, with Bundesliga talent Nathaniel Brown among the players monitored before Bayern Munich moved into pole position for his signature.
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The club’s strategy remains clear.
Andrea Berta and co are looking for players who can immediately improve the starting XI while maintaining the high standards that helped Arsenal lift the title.
However, incomings are only one side of the equation.
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There could also be movement in the opposite direction as Arsenal look to balance the books following last summer’s lavish spending.
One player whose future is now under increasing scrutiny is Leandro Trossard.
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His report claims personal terms are largely in place, while club-to-club talks are expected over a package worth around £17 million.
If completed, it would bring an end to a hugely productive spell in north London.
Trossard may not always have been Arsenal’s headline act, but his contribution during the 2025/26 campaign was significant.
The 31-year-old scored six Premier League goals and provided six assists, registering 12 direct goal involvements and playing a noticeable role in Arsenal’s title triumph.
His influence extended beyond domestic competition.
In the Champions League, Trossard contributed one goal and five assists, once again demonstrating his ability to make an impact in the biggest matches.
Those numbers only tell part of the story.
Throughout the season, Trossard became one of Arsenal’s most reliable rotational options, and scored a vital winner against West Ham in their 1-0 win at the London Stadium.
While players such as Bukayo Saka and Viktor Gyokeres often grabbed the headlines, Trossard quietly continued producing whenever called upon.
Many supporters viewed him as one of the most underrated members of the squad.
That is why a potential exit would leave a noticeable gap.
Arsenal possess quality options across the forward line, but replacing Trossard’s experience and reliability would not be straightforward.
He has developed into the type of player managers love to have available — capable of starting matches, changing games from the bench and delivering in high-pressure situations.
For now, negotiations are continuing.
But with personal terms reportedly close to being agreed and talks between the clubs set to take place, Trossard’s time at the Emirates may be approaching its final chapter.
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