Arsenal will bid to defy the odds against Barcelona in Saturday's women's Champions League final in Lisbon, aiming to secure their second title with courage and underrated defiance.

Should Barcelona feel the need to add to their depth at centre-back, they will have to find a new target, as they look set to lose out on Bayer Leverkusen’s Jonathan Tah. The Germany international

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta reportedly 'loves' Barcelona forward Ferran Torres, while the Gunners are 'interested' in Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon.

Although Barcelona are strong favourites to hoist the women's Champions League trophy on Saturday for the fourth time in five years, they will be taking nothing for granted.

Real Madrid are set to enter the race to sign long-term Arsenal transfer target Nico Williams. The Spain international winger came close to joining Barcelona last summer following his exploits with Spain at Euro 2024 where he played a key part in La Roja’s triumphant campaign.

Arsenal have been handed a major transfer boost as Barcelona president Joan Laporta has confirmed the clubs are purshing 'other options'

Real Madrid are said to be keenly interested in signing Athletic Club star Nico Williams. The Spanish-Ghanaian forward is also of interest to Barcelona and Arsenal.