Players who have left and joined Arsenal in 2026/27

Here are the players who have left and joined Arsenal since the summer transfer window opened ahead of the 2026/2027 season.

Arsenal have been active in the 2026 summer transfer window as Mikel Arteta continues to reshape his squad ahead of the 2026/27 season. Following their Premier League title-winning campaign, the Gunners have strengthened key areas while allowing several players to depart in search of regular first-team football.

Here’s a complete look at Arsenal’s confirmed arrivals and departures so far.

Players who have joined Arsenal in 2026

Arsenal’s headline signing is Ecuador international defender Piero Hincapié, who arrived from Bayer Leverkusen to bolster the club’s backline. The Gunners also secured experienced goalkeeper Illan Meslier on a free transfer after his departure from Leeds United.

Player	Previous Club	Transfer Fee
Piero Hincapié	Bayer Leverkusen	Undisclosed
Illan Meslier	Leeds United	Free

Arsenal are also reportedly close to completing additional deals before the transfer window closes, but the club has yet to officially confirm any further signings.

Players who have left Arsenal in 2026

Several first-team players have departed the Emirates Stadium this summer, with defender Jakub Kiwior completing a permanent move to Porto. Goalkeeper Karl Hein has also left to join Werder Bremen, while Belgian winger Leandro Trossard completed a move to Turkish side Beşiktaş.