Arsenal manages academy exits and targets key signings

Arsenal is navigating a complex summer transfer window as they seek to strengthen their squad for a Premier League title defense. CEO Richard Garlick has indicated that while the club is not actively looking to sell homegrown talents, they would consider offers for academy graduates Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri if the opportunity is right for both the players and the club.

Manager Mikel Arteta has expressed strong support for Lewis-Skelly, stating he is “100%” part of the plans and emphasizing the importance of protecting academy assets. Meanwhile, Ethan Nwaneri has been linked with moves to clubs including Liverpool and Everton following a loan spell at Marseille.

On the recruitment front, Arsenal is targeting high-impact players to elevate their competitive level. The club has already secured Christos Tzolis and Bruno Guimaraes. Future targets include defender Ezri Konsa and forward Julian Alvarez. The club's strategy focuses on signing players capable of making a decisive difference in major matches rather than merely adding squad depth.