Arsenal bid ready as Chelsea agreement reached

Tom Weber
Tom Weber
  • 3 Apr 2026 22:05 BST
  • 5 min read
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Friday delivered some massive transfer news as Arsenal's plans to make a bid for a Premier League star were revealed.

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Plus, Chelsea reached an agreement over the signing of a new midfielder and Man Utd reignited their pursuit of a long-standing target. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.

Exclusive: Arsenal to bid for Gordon

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Chelsea "agree" Barco deal

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Chelsea have "agreed" a deal to sign Strasbourg midfielder Valentin Barco.

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Man Utd held Branthwaite talks

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Man Utd are once again interested in Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite, and they even met with his camp back in February to discuss a move.

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Fernandez rift deepens

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Enzo Fernandez has been suspended by Chelsea, prompting an angry and eye-opening response from his agent.

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Alvarez or Martinelli?

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Arsenal could be forced to choose between Julian Alvarez and Gabriel Martinelli this summer.

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Rashford's defining 10 days

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Loaned-out Man Utd forward Marcus Rashford is set for a 10-day period that could define his Barcelona future.

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Rogers ready to leave

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Aston Villa star Morgan Rogers is ready to leave the club despite recently signing a new long-term contract.

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El Mala's quick sale

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Koln are looking for a "quick sale" of Chelsea target Said El Mala.

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Arsenal eye Garcia

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Arsenal are exploring a deal for Real Madrid striker Gonzalo Garcia.

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Mac Allister wants out

Alexis Mac Allister
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Alexis Mac Allister has informed Liverpool that he wants to move this summer.

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Jesus dreams of Palmeiras return

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Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus has admitted that he dreams of returning to Palmeiras.

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Football transfer news headlines today

Arsenal Transfer News Today: Summer bid prepared as Arteta eyes new forwards

Chelsea Transfer News Today: Rosenior confirms summer plan as Enzo Fernandez sanctioned

Man Utd Transfer News Today: Talks confirmed as Carrick edges closer to first signing

EXCLUSIVE: Arsenal ready Anthony Gordon bid as Arteta targets English core

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