Arsenal secure first summer signing as €100m bid made

Tom Weber
Tom Weber
  • Updated: 9 May 2025 22:25 BST
  • 5 min read
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Friday delivered some massive transfer news as Arsenal's first signing of the summer window was confirmed.

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Plus, Xabi Alonso all but confirmed his move to Real Madrid, Bayern prepared a €100m bid for Florian Wirtz and Chelsea targeted two high-profile wingers. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.

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