Arsenal have agreed terms to sign France defender Elisa de Almeida from Paris St-Germain. The versatile 28-year-old is expected to join the club before Thursday's transfer deadline.
Sources in France suggest the fee for De Almeida could be around £550,000. She can play at centre-back, an area where Arsenal need cover due to early-season injuries.
De Almeida has spent five years at PSG, making over 100 appearances and gaining experience in the Women's Champions League. She has also played 52 games for France, including at the 2023 Women's World Cup and Euro 2025.
Arsenal, aiming for their first Women's Super League title since 2019, have also strengthened their squad this summer with additions such as England midfielder Georgia Stanway and Spain full-back Ona Batlle. Renee Slegers' side begins their season at Brighton on Sunday, 6 September.