Arsenal have held advanced discussions with Barcelona full-back Ona Batlle in the hope of reaching a pre-contract agreement to sign her in the summer. The 26-year-old is free to hold talks with other clubs with her current contract at Barcelona due to expire at the end of the season. European champions Arsenal already have plans in place for the summer window and are hopeful of bringing in Batlle on a free transfer. Should they strike a deal with Spain international Batlle, it would be one of the biggest moves in recent years. She also played a key role as Spain reached the Euro 2025 final and Barcelona claimed the Women's Champions League crown in 2024.

Source: BBC January 29, 2026 18:05 UTC