Arsenal news: Two transfers blocked as £77m target reveals he rejected Gunners

Athletic Club winger Nico Williams revealed he rejected Arsenal alongside Barcelona and PSG to remain in Bilbao after signing a 10-year contract with a £77 million release clause. Williams clarified that he always intended to stay despite claims from his agent Felix Tainta. Meanwhile, Arsenal's prospective move for Club Brugge forward Nicolo Tresoldi has been blocked after the Belgian champions insisted the 22-year-old striker is not for sale at any price.

Mikel Arteta's side had previously signed winger Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge for £34 million and were reportedly monitoring Tresoldi ahead of 2027. Tresoldi has scored 12 goals in 14 games this season, drawing interest from clubs including Liverpool, Manchester City, and Bayern Munich. Arsenal are preparing for an away Premier League match against Liverpool as they maintain their push for consecutive titles.