Arsenal fans have been left stunned after learning their second-biggest record transfer sale was Nicolas Anelka all the way back in 2000.
As the summer transfer window rolls on, fans of all football teams get excited about incomings and outgoings at their club.
But some Arsenal supporters are in disbelief after realising a shocking fact about their transfer business.
Despite being one of the biggest clubs in Europe, Arsenal rarely make high-profile sales.
The Gunners have never sold a player for more than £32 million.
And their transfer history reveals the unbelievable fact that Arsenal’s second-biggest sale of all time is still that of Nicolas Anelka to Real Madrid back in 2000.
Arsenal Transfer Record Leaves Fans Shocked
Unsurprisingly, plenty of Arsenal fans were shocked to learn this.
An image of the side’s biggest ever sales was shared on X (formerly Twitter), sparking a stunned reaction.
Our 2nd highest sale was in 1999/00 ðŸ˜ðŸ˜ https://t.co/R21In8dSz1
— . (@ranzafc) June 19, 2025
One fan replied to the post, saying: “This is actually diabolical how the hell are we a big club?!”
Another added: “We’ve sold so many 50+ mil players for frees.”
A third simply said: “Embarrassing.”
But other Gunners fans had an explanation for the low player sales.
“I think our issue is (and I’m no expert) we make players look less desirable so when teams come knocking they’re already low balling,” replied another fan.
Arsenal Record Sales:
- Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain – Liverpool – 2017-18 – £32 million
- Nicolas Anelka – Real Madrid – 1999-00 – £30 million
- Alexis Sanchez – Manchester United – 2017-18 – £29 million
- Cesc Fabregas – Barcelona – 2011-12 – £29 million
- Emile Smith Rowe – Fulham – 2024-25 – £27 million
Arsenal Transfers So Far This Summer
Despite a lack of significant player sale income, Arsenal continue to be active in the market.
But so far, they have completed no incoming Premier League summer transfers.
However, they are soon expected to complete the signing of Spanish midfielder Martin Zubimendi, who has completed a medical already.
Four players have departed the Emirates already, though.
Arsenal departures:
- Jorginho – Flamengo (free)
- Kieran Tierney – Celtic (free)
- Nuno Tavares – Lazio (£7.6m)
- Marquinhos – Cruzeiro (undisclosed)
Arsenal Fixtures Confirmed For 2025-26 Premier League
Earlier this week, Arsenal learned their schedule for the upcoming Premier League campaign.
The Gunners travel to Old Trafford on the opening weekend to face Manchester United in a tasty encounter.
They then host Leeds United before another big away day when they take on Liverpool at Anfield on 30 August.
The two North London Derby fixtures are on 27 November (H) and 21 February (A)
Arsenal’s final game of the Premier League season will be away to Crystal Palace on Sunday, 24 May.
Arsenal Fixtures:
Note: All fixtures are subject to change.
August 2025
- Sun 17 Aug: Manchester United vs Arsenal
- Sat 23 Aug: Arsenal vs Leeds United
- Sat 30 Aug: Liverpool vs Arsenal
September 2025
- Sat 13 Sep: Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest
- Sat 20 Sep: Arsenal vs Manchester City
- Sat 27 Sep: Newcastle United vs Arsenal
October 2025
- Sat 4 Oct: Arsenal vs West Ham United
- Sat 18 Oct: Fulham vs Arsenal
- Sat 25 Oct: Arsenal vs Crystal Palace
November 2025
- Sat 1 Nov: Burnley vs Arsenal
- Sat 8 Nov: Sunderland vs Arsenal
- Sat 22 Nov: Arsenal vs Tottenham Hotspur
- Sat 29 Nov: Chelsea vs Arsenal
December 2025
- Wed 3 Dec: Arsenal vs Brentford
- Sat 6 Dec: Aston Villa vs Arsenal
- Sat 13 Dec: Arsenal vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
- Sat 20 Dec: Everton vs Arsenal
- Sat 27 Dec: Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion
- Tue 30 Dec: Arsenal vs Aston Villa
January 2026
- Sat 3 Jan: Bournemouth vs Arsenal
- Wed 7 Jan: Arsenal vs Liverpool
- Sat 17 Jan: Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal
- Sat 24 Jan: Arsenal vs Manchester United
- Sat 31 Jan: Leeds United vs Arsenal
February 2026
- Sat 7 Feb: Arsenal vs Sunderland
- Wed 11 Feb: Brentford vs Arsenal
- Sat 21 Feb: Tottenham Hotspur vs Arsenal
- Sat 28 Feb: Arsenal vs Chelsea
March 2026
- Wed 4 Mar: Brighton & Hove Albion vs Arsenal
- Sat 14 Mar: Arsenal vs Everton
- Sat 21 Mar: Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Arsenal
April 2026
- Sat 11 Apr: Arsenal vs Bournemouth
- Sat 18 Apr: Manchester City vs Arsenal
- Sat 25 Apr: Arsenal vs Newcastle United
May 2026
- Sat 2 May: Arsenal vs Fulham
- Sat 9 May: West Ham United vs Arsenal
- Sun 17 May: Arsenal vs Burnley
- Sun 24 May: Crystal Palace vs Arsenal
