Fabrizio Romano reports that Saudi Arabian clubs are dangling offers in front of Slovenian striker Benjamin Sesko. The RB Leipzig forward appeared set for a move to Arsenal, but now may be

Arsenal have been handed another major obstacle in their efforts to sign Benjamin Sesko with Saudi Arabian clubs joining the race for his signature. The Gunners are eager to sign a centre forward this summer and while talks took place to sign Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting CP, Sesko has emerged as their top target.

Benjamin Sesko is one of two potential striker signings for Arsenal this summer and the RB Leipzig striker has regularly clarified his future with the German side amid plenty of speculation

Arsenal have agreed a new fee to sign Spain midfielder Martin Zubimendi ahead of Real Madrid, according to reports. Mikel Arteta has made Zubimendi, 26, one of his top transfer targets this summer. The Real Sociedad star came close to joining Arsenal’s Premier League rivals Liverpool last summer but ended up rejecting the move.

A separate report from Marca suggests that Real Madrid landing on the scene has 'changed the landscape' of the situation. Arsenal, meanwhile, are said to be 'concerned' that Zubimendi will turn his back on them and hold out for a move to the Bernabeu.

Welcome to the second edition of The Athletic’s Transfer DealSheet for the summer 2025 transfer window. Our team of dedicated writers, including David Ornstein, will take you inside the market to explain the deals being worked on in this window,