Arsenal missed transfer targets Jeremy Monga and Louis Page this summer

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Last updated Sep 7, 2026

Arsenal missed transfer targets Jeremy Monga and Louis Page this summer
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Arsenal failed to secure deals for Leicester City teenagers Jeremy Monga and Louis Page during the summer transfer window. While the club held an interest in both players, negotiations fell through due to a lack of urgency and insufficient financial offers from the Gunners. Jeremy Monga ultimately completed a transfer to Manchester City after expressing a willingness to move to the Emirates Stadium. Louis Page remains with Leicester City as he continues his professional development. Reports suggest the transfer strategy employed by Andrea Berta, which relies on intermediaries rather than direct club-to-club communication, hindered the pursuit of both prospects. Arsenal officials now face the task of monitoring the progress of these players elsewhere following the unsuccessful recruitment attempts.

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  • Arsenal targeted Leicester City prospects Jeremy Monga and Louis Page.
  • Jeremy Monga signed with Manchester City after Arsenal's offer was deemed insufficient.
  • Louis Page remains at Leicester City despite interest from the Emirates.
  • Andrea Berta's reliance on intermediaries reportedly slowed down the transfer negotiations.
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Arsenal were interested in a move for Jeremy Monga and Louis Page from Leicester City this summer and were close to at least signing Monga.He would have accepted a move to the Emirates, but Arsenal di...

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