Injury updates dominate the club's build-up to the new season. Mikel Arteta has effectively confirmed Jurrien Timber will miss the start of the Premier League campaign as he continues to recover from the groin problem that required surgery in June, while William Saliba remains "in rest mode" as the club manage the back issue that curtailed his World Cup involvement.
Elsewhere, the Guardian's Premier League preview installs Arsenal as writers' pick to finish first again, with many rivals having changed managers over the summer. The New York Times has profiled new arrival Bruno Guimaraes, who has joined for a reported £75m fee.
On the transfer front, the Evening Standard reports Viktor Gyokeres has addressed his situation at the club amid speculation linking Arsenal with Julian Alvarez, though nothing concrete is confirmed. Sky Sports News, citing Monday's newspapers, adds that Arsenal are said to be among clubs, alongside Manchester United, interested in Club Brugge full-back Seys — a rumour to be treated cautiously until firmer reporting emerges.
Sources
- Arteta: Timber still weeks away, Saliba in “rest mode” — Arseblog News
- Premier League 2026-27 preview No 1: Arsenal — The Guardian
- The making of Arsenal signing Bruno Guimaraes, a captivating leader who couldn't tie his shoelaces — New York Times
- Arsenal: Viktor Gyokeres reveals major difference amid new Julian Alvarez transfer update — London Evening Standard
- Papers: Man Utd and Arsenal chase Club Brugge full-back Seys — Sky Sports News
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