ArsenalTeam·Arsenal, fresh from securing the Premier LeagueCompetition·Premier League title in the 2025/26 season and reaching the UEFA Champions LeagueCompetition·Champions League final, may be poised for a significant reshuffle in their attacking department. Reports indicate that both Gabriel JesusPlayer·Gabriel Jesus and Leandro TrossardPlayer·Leandro Trossard are considering moves away from the Emirates Stadium in pursuit of more consistent playing time, drawing attention from multiple Premier LeagueCompetition·Premier League sides.
Brazilian international Gabriel JesusPlayer·Gabriel Jesus, whose contract with ArsenalTeam·Arsenal runs until June 2027, has reportedly expressed a desire for a more central role in an attack, having faced challenges with injuries and increased competition from Viktor Gyökeres and Kai HavertzPlayer·Kai Havertz. His situation has alerted clubs across the league, with West Ham UnitedTeam·West Ham United and Aston VillaTeam·Aston Villa emerging as prominent suitors. West Ham, recently relegated to the EFL Championship after finishing 18th in the Premier LeagueCompetition·Premier League, are reportedly keen to add a seasoned leader with top-flight experience to their squad, with a potential fee of around €30 million (£26 million) being considered. Aston VillaTeam·Aston Villa, who enjoyed a strong 2025/26 season by finishing fourth in the Premier LeagueCompetition·Premier League and winning the UEFA Europa LeagueCompetition·Europa League, are also understood to be weighing up a move for the forward as they prepare for another UEFA Champions LeagueCompetition·Champions League campaign.
Jesus himself acknowledged the speculation surrounding his future following ArsenalTeam·Arsenal's title-clinching victory. "A lot is said about my future and I'm very honest. It's not easy for a player who always wants to evolve and help on the pitch." He added, "The future belongs to God. I still have one year left on my ArsenalTeam·Arsenal contract. I want to play and prove to myself that I can still play at a high level."
Similarly, Belgian winger Leandro TrossardPlayer·Leandro Trossard is also increasingly likely to depart, with his contract expiring in the summer of 2027. ArsenalTeam·Arsenal are reportedly open to negotiations for a fee in the region of £20 million to £25 million, aiming to refresh their attacking options. Trossard is reportedly seeking a more consistent starting role and a potentially lucrative three-year deal. Newcastle UnitedTeam·Newcastle United and BrentfordTeam·Brentford are among the clubs monitoring his situation. Newcastle, who finished 12th in the Premier LeagueCompetition·Premier League, are reportedly tracking Trossard's contract status and playing time, with the player potentially demanding around £130,000-a-week. BrentfordTeam·Brentford, finishing ninth in the Premier LeagueCompetition·Premier League, has reportedly made contact with Trossard's representatives, viewing him as a potential replacement for Yoane WissaPlayer·Yoane Wissa, who has been linked with a move to Newcastle.
For ArsenalTeam·Arsenal, the potential sales of Jesus and Trossard would free up significant wage budget and transfer funds. These resources are reportedly earmarked for new attacking acquisitions, with names like Julian AlvarezPlayer·Julian Alvarez and Junior Kroupi mentioned as targets, as the club aims to build on its domestic success and challenge for further European honours. For the interested clubs, securing either player would represent a notable strengthening of their attacking capabilities, aligning with their respective ambitions for the upcoming season.
Arsenal's Gabriel Jesus and Leandro Trossard with Atletico Madrid's Marc Pubill in Champions League action. Alterphotos/IMAGO
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