Arsenal’s 11 most expensive sales ever

Arsenal They are still looking to win their first Premier League title for more than 20 years and has spent money in recent seasons on new signings.

However, the Gunners have also sold a number of academy stars in recent years and have a history of dealings with Barcelona and Manchester City, but who is the club’s most expensive departure?

We’ve taken a look at Arsenal’s most expensive sales in their history, with the help of data from news reports and Transfer marketwith a detailed look at the top 11.

Here’s a detailed look at Arsenal’s top 11 sales…

11

Marc Overmars

£25 million to Barcelona 2000

He helped Marc Overmars achieve a league and cup double in his first season with Arsenal in 1997/98, but was sold by Arsene Wenger before the 2000/01 season. For a fee of 25 million pounds sterling Barcelona concluded a double deal with the Gunners.

Emmanuel Petit left alongside the Dutchman, who became the fourth most expensive deal in history, ahead of Luis Figo, Hernan Crespo and Christian Vieri.

Not only did Arsenal sell Overmars at a huge profit, they replaced him with Robert Pires, who became a star in his own right at Highbury.

10

Emmanuel Adebayor

£25 million to Manchester City in 2009

As Manchester City began to flex their newfound financial muscle, Arsenal was one of the clubs they visited frequently to attract talent.

Adebayor moves to Eastlands for £25m An arrest soon followed Kolo Toure, who cost the Citizens 14 million pounds. Naturally, Adebayor burned his remaining bridges with Arsenal fans when he celebrated in front of them in their first meeting just weeks later.

9

Samir Nasri

£25 million to Manchester City in 2011

Manchester City came into contact again in the summer of 2011, with Samir Nasri the latest to leave Arsenal. In fairness to the Frenchman, he won trophies in his first season, proving his stride following a year of impressive performances in north London.

Another £25m was coming Arsenal’s way As a result, with the Gunners welcoming the likes of Gervinho that summer.

8

Joe Willock

£25m to Newcastle in 2021

Midfielder Joe Willock has moved to Newcastle United for £25m In 2021 after a successful loan spell at St James’ Park.

Shortly after arriving on loan, Willock scored in seven consecutive Premier League matches, equaling Alan Shearer’s record, leading to the Toon spending big and awarding the player a six-year contract.

7

Aaron Ramsdell

£25 million to Southampton in 2024

Aaron Ramsdale has ended three years at Arsenal by sealing a summer move to Southampton in the summer of 2024. The Saints paid an initial sum of £18 million For the goalkeeper, with the fee potentially rising to £25m.

It remains to be seen whether the necessary conditions for this have been met, although there are those who doubt that the south coast club’s struggles in the Premier League cast doubt on Arsenal getting a full blow for their former player.

6

Eddie Nketiah

£30 million to Crystal Palace in 2024

Striker Eddie Nketiah spent seven years as a professional with Arsenal after joining the academy, having also spent six months on loan with Leeds United in 2019.

Nketiah made over 100 appearances for Arsenal’s first team, but was never able to secure a starting place in the starting line-up, resulting in an eye-catching appearance. £30m exit via London to join Crystal Palace In 2024.

5

Alex Iwobi

£34m to Everton in 2019

Continuing the theme of academy players leaving Arsenal is Alex Iwobi, who He joined Everton for £34m in 2019.

The Nigerian international played 149 matches with the Gunners, and contributed to scoring 39 goals, the last of which was in the Europa League final against Chelsea in 2019.

4

Emile Smith Rowe

£34m for Fulham in 2024

After falling out of favor under Mikel Arteta and struggling with injuries, Emile Smith Rowe has confirmed a permanent exit from Arsenal in 2024. He became Fulham’s most expensive signing in the process.

The attacking midfielder has been tipped to achieve big things after arriving from the Gunners academy and started brightly at Craven Cottage.

3

Cesc Fabregas

£35 million to Barcelona 2011

Iconic midfielder Cesc Fabregas moved from Barcelona to Arsenal as a teenager in 2003 and quickly broke into manager Arsene Wenger’s first-team plans in north London.

The Spaniard would go on to spend nine years in an Arsenal shirt before Return to Camp Nou in a deal worth £35 million. To make matters worse for the Gunners, Fabregas will return to England in 2014, this time with Chelsea.

2

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain

£35 million to Liverpool in 2017

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain’s move to Liverpool in 2017 is one of Arsenal’s most expensive departures.

Oxlade-Chamberlain was signed from Southampton in 2011, and won three FA Cups and three Community Shields with Arsenal, making 198 appearances.

Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool came knocking and He paid a fee of £35 million to the Englishmanwho would go on to win the Premier League and Champions League at Anfield.

1

Folarin Balogun

£35 million to Monaco in 2023

Currently topping the charts as Arsenal’s record sale Folarin Balogun, who joined Monaco in 2023 After failing to break into the first team from Arsenal’s academy.

Balogun impressed in France with Reims the previous season attracting the attention of Monaco, with the striker signing a contract until 2028 with the Ligue 1 side.

His £35m switch is even more impressive from a Gunners perspective given he was not in the first-team picture at the time of his departure.