How many players share Arsenal FC and FC Barcelona?

There are exactly 15 players who have made official appearances for both Arsenal FC and FC Barcelona.

Who is the most valuable player to play for Arsenal FC and FC Barcelona?

Currently, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is among the highest-valued players to feature for both clubs.

Who is the oldest player to play for Arsenal FC and FC Barcelona?

Among the players in our database, Emmanuel Petit is the oldest player to have played for both clubs.

Arsenal FC

FC Barcelona

15 Players

💡 Did you know?

A fascinating fact is that Thierry Henry, after years as Arsenal's greatest icon in London, finally won the UEFA Champions League while wearing the FC Barcelona jersey in 2009. This achievement highlighted the fluid relationship between both clubs, where English-based talent has found in Barcelona the perfect stage to expand their continental legacy under the same attractive and offensive style of play that both institutions have always championed.

Players who played for Arsenal FC and FC Barcelona

15 players found in our database

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang

• 36 years

Arsenal FC

Apps

163

Gls / Ast

92 / 21

FC Barcelona

Apps

Gls / Ast

13 / 1

Alexis Sanchez

• 37 years

Arsenal FC

Apps

166

Gls / Ast

80 / 44

FC Barcelona

Apps

141

Gls / Ast

46 / 38

Cesc Fabregas

• 38 years

Arsenal FC

Apps

303

Gls / Ast

57 / 95

FC Barcelona

Apps

151

Gls / Ast

42 / 50

Thierry Henry

• 48 years

Arsenal FC

Apps

377

Gls / Ast

228 / 104

FC Barcelona

Apps

121

Gls / Ast

49 / 27

Wojciech Szczesny

• 35 years

Arsenal FC

Apps

181

FC Barcelona

Apps

Hector Bellerin

• 30 years

Arsenal FC

Apps

239

Gls / Ast

9 / 29

FC Barcelona

Apps

Gls / Ast

0 / 0

Alex Song

• 38 years

Arsenal FC

Apps

204

Gls / Ast

10 / 23

FC Barcelona

Apps

Gls / Ast

1 / 2

Mikel Arteta

• 43 years

Arsenal FC

Apps

150

Gls / Ast

16 / 8

FC Barcelona

Apps

Gls / Ast

0 / 0

Aleksandr Hleb

• 44 years

Arsenal FC

Apps

130

Gls / Ast

10 / 21

FC Barcelona

Apps

Gls / Ast

0 / 3

Thomas Vermaelen

• 40 years

Arsenal FC

Apps

150

Gls / Ast

15 / 6

FC Barcelona

Apps

Gls / Ast

1 / 1

Neto

• 36 years

Arsenal FC

Apps

FC Barcelona

Apps

Denis Suarez

• 32 years

Arsenal FC

Apps

Gls / Ast

0 / 0

FC Barcelona

Apps

Gls / Ast

8 / 11

Giovanni van Bronckhorst

• 51 years

Arsenal FC

Apps

Gls / Ast

2 / 9

FC Barcelona

Apps

154

Gls / Ast

7 / 18

Sylvinho

• 51 years

Arsenal FC

Apps

Gls / Ast

5 / 7

FC Barcelona

Apps

128

Gls / Ast

3 / 14

Emmanuel Petit

• 55 years

Arsenal FC

Apps

118

Gls / Ast

11 / 25

FC Barcelona

Apps

Gls / Ast

1 / 0

Arsenal FC & FC Barcelona

The historical relationship between Arsenal FC and FC Barcelona transcends the boundaries of the Premier League and La Liga, establishing itself as a clash of contrasting yet complementary footballing philosophies. Both clubs, guardians of a style based on possession, associative play, and nurturing young talent, have starred in epic UEFA Champions League encounters, with the 2006 final remaining a historic benchmark. While Arsenal represents the tenacity and elegance of English football, FC Barcelona embodies the tactical identity of total European football. This bond, forged through memorable nights, has turned both giants into coveted destinations for the world's best. The constant transfer of talent between Emirates Stadium and Camp Nou is not merely a market transaction but a cultural exchange that has defined decades of modern football, creating a shared narrative filled with mutual respect and high competitive intensity.

Shared Players

The flow of players between London and Barcelona is one of the most recurring phenomena in modern football. Iconic figures such as Thierry Henry and Cesc Fàbregas symbolize the success of this transit: Henry sought continental glory after leaving an indelible mark at Arsenal, while Fàbregas returned to the club of his youth. The list of players who have worn both jerseys is extensive and illustrious: from the technical flair of Alexis Sánchez and Aleksandr Hleb to the defensive solidity of Thomas Vermaelen, Sylvinho, Héctor Bellerín, and Giovanni van Bronckhorst. Other fundamental figures include Mikel Arteta, Alex Song, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Emmanuel Petit, Denis Suárez, Neto, and Wojciech Szczesny. These names reflect a tactical connection where adaptability has been key to thriving in both the demanding Blaugrana system and the physical intensity of the English league, proving that their footballing values are deeply intertwined.