Arsenal are in need of signing more players this summer, as they wish to win more titles in the upcoming campaign. Manager Arsene Wenger knows which areas in his current side need to be strengthened and will look to add the right type of players to fill in any voids at present. The Londoners finished in second place in the league, 10 points behind Claudio Ranieri’s side and were not too impressive in the cup competitions as well.
Keeping that in mind, the Gunners are in need of signing a striker and were in the hunt to bring Leicester City’s English striker Jamie Vardy to the Emirates.
Despite a firm interest from the north London outfit, it was recently confirmed that the 29 year old superstar had signed a new deal with the Foxes and would not leaving the KP Stadium this summer.
The French manager will have to try his best to bring him some other players, who can add more depth to his attack and here are three players the Premier League giants can probably sign, now that the Vardy deal is dead and dusted:
3. Loic Remy (Chelsea):
Whether the footballing world agrees to this now or takes it’s own sweet time to accept this fact, Olivier Giroud is a great striker. Last season’s goal drought does not prove anything, apart from the point that Wenger should have signed another striker and taken some load off of Giroud’s shoulders. Further, his performances in the Euro 2016 tournament have shown why he is a team player and does not have to be completely replaced by another better option. Giroud can do the job for his boss but needs a good backup, who can ensure that he can be rested or dropped if needed and the team does not suffer.
In comes, Chelsea’s Loic Remy, who has been reported to be on the verge of an exit from Stamford Bridge, as new boss Antonio Conte is set to add more stars this summer. The Frenchman is a handy player, who can not just play up front but on the wings as well, if needed. This would mean that he would be not just a backup for Giroud, but for the wingers too. The player did not do much in the previous campaign, though Chelsea were anyways quite poor overall. The former Newcastle man helped the Blues win the Premier League title in the 2014-15 season with some crucial goals, when both Diego Costa and Didier Drogba were injured and could play a similar role for the Gunners.
2. Arkadiusz Milik (Ajax):
Three big European clubs, Arsenal, Liverpool and Barcelona were chasing Milik in the past, with the hopes of signing him, though a move has not been completed yet. At present, the 22 year old Poland international plays for Ajax and there were claims that the north London outfit were keen to beat their rivals and bring him to the Emirates. In his first season in Holland, the attacker scored 16 goals, with 8 assists in just 25 Eredivisie games and has impressed enough to attract the attention of Arsene Wenger’s side, who are still in need of another quality striker, amongst their ranks.
1. Alexandre Lacazette (Lyon):
Recently there were speculations that Wenger would be meeting Alexandre Lacazette’s agent, after joining the race to bring the 25 year old forward to England this summer. The Arsenal boss knows that he needs more quality in his attack and has now turned to the Lyon man once again, as a possible solution to his problems. Lacazette, who made his debut for the club’s first team back in the 2010, has 172 Ligue 1 appearances to his name and has netted 72 goals so far. Wenger might have already given up on some of his other potential targets by now and might sign the attacker instead.
Arsenal host Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday in what could prove decisive for the Gunners’ Premier League title ambitions. Arsenal sit top of the table with 61 points from 28 matches, five points clear of Manchester City, who still have a game in hand, while Chelsea occupy 7th with 45 points after being held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by Burnley at Stamford Bridge last weekend.
This represents a huge opportunity for Mikel Arteta’s side to put further distance between themselves and the chasing pack before facing Brighton away on Wednesday. Chelsea arrive at the Emirates in patchy form under Liam Rosenior, who has won just two of his eight league matches since replacing Enzo Maresca in January despite an encouraging start to his tenure.
Kick-off: 4:30 GMT, Sunday, March 1, 2026
Venue: Emirates Stadium
TV: Sky Sports
Kai Havertz Returns to Haunt Former Club
Mikel Arteta confirmed on Friday that Kai Havertz will train on Saturday ahead of the Chelsea clash, giving the German a chance to feature against his former employers. Havertz has been sidelined with a hamstring injury since early February, but scored the winner in Arsenal’s 1-0 Carabao Cup semi final victory over Chelsea earlier this month.
The 26 year old has endured a nightmare campaign with injuries limiting him to just 158 Premier League minutes this season, though he has still managed two goals and two assists when available. Viktor Gyokeres has flourished in Havertz’s absence, scoring twice in the 4-1 North London Derby demolition of Tottenham last weekend.
Rosenior Yet to Face Top Six Opposition
Liam Rosenior faces his first test against a top six side in the league since taking charge of Chelsea, having only faced teams sitting 7th or lower during his opening eight matches. His winning run needs proper context, given the quality of opposition, with recent dropped points against Leeds and Burnley at Stamford Bridge exposing serious vulnerabilities.
Arteta has beaten Rosenior twice already this season in the two legged Carabao Cup semi final, and the Spanish manager will fancy his chances of completing a treble over the Chelsea boss. Bukayo Saka should be fit despite limping off late against Spurs, while Ben White remains doubtful with a niggle.
Predicted Lineups: Arsenal (4-3-3): Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Timber; Rice, Zubimendi, Odegaard; Saka, Gyokeres, Eze
Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Sanchez; James, Disasi, Colwill, Cucurella; Fernandez, Caicedo; Madueke, Palmer, Mudryk; Jackson
Also read: Kai Havertz Injury Update: Real Timeline and Medical Details Revealed!
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Update Given Following Arsenal Injury Scare as Olivia Smith Discharged From Hospital After Being Stretchered Off During FA Cup Win Over Bristol City
Arsenal star Olivia Smith has been discharged from hospital after being stretchered off the field during their Women’s FA Cup game against Bristol City. The forward, who joined the Gunners in the summer, played just under an hour before being forced off with pictures showing a neck brace around the 21 year old at Meadow Park.
This was a worrying moment for Arsenal supporters watching on Sunday afternoon. The Canadian international went down, receiving lengthy treatment before being taken off on a stretcher as a precaution. Thankfully, the injury appears to be far less serious than initially feared.
Left Hospital Yesterday Evening
According to Arsenal reporter Tim Stillman, Olivia Smith left the hospital yesterday evening after tests were run and will return to be assessed this week ahead of the March international break. This is brilliant news for Arsenal, who cannot afford to lose Smith for any length of time, given her importance to the team.
It is believed that her involvement with Canada is still up in the air, with the Canucks facing a triple header of friendlies against Colombia, Argentina, and the United States over the coming two weeks. Arsenal’s next match sees them face London City Lionesses in mid March.
Big Boost for Champions League Hopes
With no video available for Arsenal’s cup game against Bristol City, there was huge concern surrounding Smith’s condition for those unable to attend the game at Meadow Park. Thankfully, what seemed initially to be a severe injury has turned out to be a fairly minor incident.
While Stina Blackstenius and Alessia Russo are both more than capable options to lead the line, it has been Smith who has been Renee Slegers’ favoured choice and proven to be a brilliant signing since her arrival from Liverpool. Having Smith likely available for both legs of the Chelsea Champions League quarter final is a massive boost for Arsenal’s hopes of retaining their European crown.
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Arsenal Star Named WSL Player of the Month for January as Midfielder Continues Outstanding Form Following 400th Appearance Milestone
Kim Little has been named January’s Barclays Women’s Super League Player of the Month, recognition that follows her 400th appearance for Arsenal. The captain has made an outstanding start to 2026, completing every minute in the WSL and helping secure two clean sheets and four points from fixtures against Manchester United and Chelsea.
Little drove the midfield against United in the 0-0 draw at the Emirates Stadium and was again pivotal in the disciplined defensive display at Stamford Bridge that delivered that historic 2-0 win over the Blues. This is absolutely deserved recognition for one of Arsenal’s most influential players, who continues to perform at the highest level despite being 35 years old.
400th Appearance Came in Belgium
Little’s landmark 400th appearance came in Belgium as Arsenal won 4-0 at OH Leuven to close in on a Champions League London derby with Chelsea. The Scottish playmaker came on as a second half substitute in the 82nd minute, replacing Olivia Smith, to reach 400 appearances.
This achievement is even more notable given the time she spent playing in the USA and Australia during her career. Little has become one of the defining figures of the modern Arsenal era, establishing herself as an absolute legend at the club.
Chelsea Awaits in Champions League Quarterfinals
Provided nothing dramatic unfolds at Meadow Park next week, Chelsea awaits in the quarterfinals of the UEFA Women’s Champions League. Arsenal hold a commanding 4-0 advantage from the first leg and are overwhelming favorites to progress to a mouth watering London derby in the last eight.
Little will be central to Arsenal’s hopes of defending their Champions League crown, with the midfielder’s experience and leadership qualities proving invaluable during the knockout stages of major competitions. Her consistent performances continue to set the standard for everyone around her.
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