Arsenal have announced the names of 15 players set to depart the club when their contracts expire on June 30, 2026. The list includes players and scholars who have represented Arsenal at first-team, under-21, and under-18 levels, along with members of the women’s squad.
Among the high-profile names leaving are England internationals Beth Mead and Katie McCabe, both key figures in Arsenal Women’s recent campaigns. Goalkeeper Manuela Zinsberger and midfielder Victoria Pelova are also on the exit list, alongside defenders Laia Codina and Barbora Votikova.
The men’s academy and youth ranks will see several departures too. Players listed include Sam Chapman, Harrison Dudziak, Seb Ferdinand, Cam’ron Ismail, Will Lannin-Sweet, Josh Nichols, Samuel Onyekachukwu, Alexei Rojas-Fedorushchenko, and Naomi Williams.
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Arsenal confirmed that discussions are still ongoing with three players whose deals also run out on June 30. Those in talks with the club are Caitlin Foord, Aleksander Marciniak, and Joshua Ogunnaike.
The announcement marks a significant squad shake-up ahead of the 2026/27 season as Arsenal reshapes both its men’s and women’s teams. The club has not yet indicated replacements or new signings tied to the departures.
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