Arsenal £20m signing in 'talks' over transfer exit before the deadline

Arsenal won 1-0 away at Manchester United over the weekend to kick-start the 2025/26 Premier League season in style. Riccardo Calafiori scored the only goal of the game for the Gunners at Old Trafford. They are back in action this weekend with a home clash against newly promoted Leeds United as they look to keep their momentum going.

Mikel Arteta’s side are aiming to win the title in this campaign. They have fallen short over recent times amid competition from the likes of Liverpool and Manchester City. The London club have until the deadline on Monday 1st September to conclude any incoming or outgoing bits of business.

Arsenal defender Jakub Kiwior in FC Porto talks

Arsenal defender Jakub Kiwior is in ‘talks’ with FC Porto, according to The Athletic. The centre-back, who has 25 caps for the Poland national team, joined the Gunners back in 2023 from Spezia for around £20m to boost their defensive department. He has since made 68 appearances in all competitions, 30 of which came last term, and he has scored three goals.

Kiwior, 25, provides useful competition and depth to Arteta’s squad. However, he isn’t guaranteed a starting position at the Emirates Stadium. Therefore, a potential exit to Portugal may well suit all parties involved here.

The Tychy-born man had a spell as a youngster in the academy at Anderlecht. He then rose up through the ranks at Zilina and was a regular for them at various different youth levels before breaking into their first-team as a youngster. The player then joined Spezia in Italy and caught the eye of Arsenal during his days in Serie A.

What now for Jakub Kiwior at Arsenal?

Arsenal have a big decision to make on what to do next with Kiwior. He provides useful back-up but is unlikely to get into their starting XI on a consistent basis. Letting him go would help free up some space and funds in their squad.

After joining them a couple of years ago in a deal worth in the region of £20million, he said: "When I saw my name on an Arsenal shirt for the first time, I just laughed! I was so happy to see my name on the shirt of such a huge club. For me, it's an incredibly happy moment and the pinnacle to play for such a big club.

"I've always dreamt of playing in the Premier League. I knew it wouldn't be easy, and if I got the chance, then I knew I'd have to make the most of it because it was one of my biggest dreams. For me, it's the best league. I'm thrilled to be here.”

He added: "It's huge for me that Arsenal were interested and that I'm able to be here. I'm aware that Arsenal are a massive club in a top league, so I didn't really have to think about much else. I was just ecstatic and really wanted to come. I love passing the ball. I like teams that move the ball and try to create chances that way. So, I'm happy that I've come to a team like that."