Arsenal were reportedly among the clubs tracking Leicester City teenager Louis Page during the summer transfer window, according to a report by Metro. The Gunners, who sit second in the Premier League with six points from two wins and a perfect defensive record, now turn their focus to a London derby against Chelsea this Sunday.
Which Leicester teenager did Arsenal reportedly target?
Metro reported that Manchester United remain in talks to sign Leicester City's Louis Page, an 18-year-old midfielder also linked with Arsenal. The Red Devils made a deadline-day approach worth £8 million plus add-ons, but Leicester held out for a larger fee. Page, named EFL Championship Apprentice of the Season, was said to be more tempted by a move to Manchester United, partly due to family connections in the area.
Arsenal's summer business saw significant investment in other areas, but the club was connected with several attacking options. The Gunners have scored four goals without conceding in their opening league fixtures. You can track the squad's progress on our standings page.
What did Manuel Neuer say about facing Arsenal?
Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer discussed the Champions League draw that pits his side against Arsenal and Manchester United. Speaking to reporters, Neuer highlighted the tradition of the matchups. "The opponents are very well-balanced and interesting teams with a lot of tradition," Neuer said. "The matchup with Arsenal has already become something of a classic in recent years."
Bayern will host the Premier League champions on matchday three in the new league phase format. Arsenal's campaign in Europe begins as they maintain a strong domestic start, currently boasting a +4 goal difference.
Why did Arsenal miss out on Morgan Rogers?
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso praised new signing Morgan Rogers after his side beat Arsenal to the £117 million playmaker. Speaking ahead of this weekend's clash, Alonso highlighted Rogers's immediate impact. "For sure, Morgan was a big, big one to get a player of his stature - in the present and future," Alonso said in his press conference.
Former Arsenal striker Ian Wright expressed disappointment on the Stick to Football podcast, suggesting the Gunners needed a player of Rogers's profile. Arsenal did secure other signings, including Christos Tzolis and Bruno Guimaraes, but Wright noted the persistent search for a difference-maker in attack.
Is Moises Caicedo fit for the Chelsea derby?
Chelsea will make a late decision on midfielder Moises Caicedo's fitness for Sunday's trip to the Emirates Stadium. Manager Xabi Alonso told his pre-match press conference the club would assess the player on Saturday. "We will check tomorrow, tomorrow is the last decision for the squad on Sunday," Alonso stated.
Caicedo, a key figure for Chelsea, lasted only 14 minutes after coming on as a substitute against Brighton last weekend. His potential absence could influence the midfield battle in a important early-season fixture. Arsenal will be without defenders Jurriën Timber, William Saliba, and Cristhian Mosquera, as detailed on our injuries page.
What does Katie McCabe's move mean for Chelsea?
The 42 reported on Katie McCabe's switch from Arsenal to Chelsea after over a decade with the Gunners. The Ireland captain, a childhood Chelsea fan, made her first Champions League appearance for her new club in a 5-2 win over Real Sociedad. Her move across the London divide followed the expiration of her Arsenal contract, with the Gunners reportedly making a late attempt to keep her.
McCabe's departure marks the end of an era for Arsenal Women, for whom she made more than 300 appearances and won every domestic title. Her first competitive outing for Chelsea saw confusion over a corner that went directly into the net, which teammate Naomi Girma later credited to McCabe. The next fixture for the men's team is at home against Chelsea on September 6, 2026.
