Arsenal Explores Options for Left-Wing Signings
This summer, Arsenal is considering several targets for left-wing positions, including Hviča Kvaratschelia and Anthony Gordon. With the Premier League leaders aiming to bolster their lineup, the club is keen to acquire a top-quality player who can enhance their starting options on the left flank, a priority area for manager Mikel Arteta and sporting director Andrea Berta.
Contract Situations of Current Players
Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli, who have been pivotal for Arsenal’s left-wing strategy, are entering the final year of their contracts at the end of this season. Their uncertain futures add urgency to the club’s plans for securing new talent to ensure depth and competitiveness in this key position.
Kvaratschelia’s Rising Star Status
Kvaratschelia, who was signed by PSG in January 2025, quickly became integral to the team’s success, contributing significantly to their treble-winning campaign last season. A standout performer in one-on-one situations, he has netted 12 goals and provided seven assists this season. However, sources from Sky Sports News indicate that neither Kvaratschelia nor PSG is currently considering a move away this summer.
Gordon’s Contract Status with Newcastle
Meanwhile, Anthony Gordon’s situation appears more stable, especially since his contract with Newcastle is set to run until 2030. This long-term agreement places Newcastle in a favorable position, as they have no immediate financial pressure to sell the young forward, making him a more difficult target for Arsenal.
Other Notable Transfer Considerations
Arsenal’s Broader Transfer Strategy
In addition to targeting left-wingers, Arsenal has its sights set on strengthening its central midfield. Players such as Sandro Tonali and Elliott Anderson are under observation as the summer transfer window approaches. As Arsenal assesses its options for full-backs, the club faces challenges in both financial outlay and potential player sales to finance these acquisitions.
Lewis-Skelly Draws Manchester United’s Attention
In a related development, Arsenal’s Miles Lewis-Skelly has emerged as a potential left-back option for Manchester United this summer, according to Sky Sports News. Despite signing a five-year contract with Arsenal last summer following a breakout season, the 19-year-old has found himself sidelined with the arrival of Piero Hincapie. While he remains a promising talent, Lewis-Skelly’s reduced role has limited his visibility, even leading to a loss of his place in the England squad.
As Arsenal prepares for the summer transfer window, the club must evaluate which players can be let go to finance incoming signings. Being a youth player, any profits from a potential sale of Lewis-Skelly would positively impact Arsenal’s balance sheet, as 100% of the profit is recorded. Alongside Newcastle’s Lewis Hall and Eintracht Frankfurt’s Nathaniel Brown, Lewis-Skelly represents part of a pool of options that Manchester United is considering to fortify their left-back position.
