April Fools' - Arsenal Agree Adidas Kit Deal - Leaked 17-18 Kits
Apr 2, 2017, by Chris
Update: Puma will make the kits for Arsenal until the 2018-19 season. It is not known who will become Arsenal's jersey supplier from the 2019-20 season. Check out the leaked (real) Arsenal 17-18 Puma home, away and third kits.
We can exclusively reveal Adidas will make Arsenal's kits from the 2018-19 season. Puma has been Arsenal's kit supplier since 2014 when they took over from Nike.
Arsenal to Sign Billion Pound Kit Deal
Arsenal's kits will be made for the last time by Puma this season.
Arsenal's Puma kit deal is originally valid until Summer 2019 and is worth 30 million GBP / per season, much lower than what other Premier League teams get. But now the club decided to terminate the deal ahead of schedule as Adidas is reported to pay the triple (90 million GBP / season) of what Puma is paying.
Interestingly, one reason for Adidas to sign Arsenal is that they lost Chelsea to Nike six years ahead of the schedule. However, the German brand received 67 million GBP from Chelsea because of that. Adidas is now able to invest the money from the Blues to make the shirts for the Gunners.
Leaked Adidas Arsenal 2018-19 3S Track Jacket
It's expected that Arsenal will officially announce the new Adidas kit deal in early 2018, similar to Chelsea and Nike who announced their deal in January 2017. The deal is only valid for two seasons as Adidas thinks it is not certain yet if Arsenal will still be among the top Premier League teams in 2020.
10 Most Valuable Premier League Kit Supplier Deals
Check out the ten most valuable Premier League kit supplier contracts from 2018-18 below.
| Team | Brand | Value (£/m) | From | Until | Value (€/m) | Value ($/m) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arsenal | Adidas | 90 | 2018 | 2020 | 105 | 112 |
| Manchester United | Adidas | 75 | 2015 | 2025 | 86.6 | 97.3 |
| Chelsea | Nike | 60 | 2017 | 2032 | 69.3 | 77.8 |
| Liverpool | New Balance | 28 | 2012 | 2018 | 32.3 | 36.3 |
| Tottenham | Nike* | 25 | 2017 | 28.9 | 32.4 | |
| Manchester City | Nike | 12 | 2013 | 2019 | 13.9 | 15.6 |
| Everton | Umbro | 5 | 2014 | 2019 | 5.8 | 6.5 |
| Southampton | Under Armour | 4 | 2016 | 2023 | 4.6 | 5.2 |
| Sunderland | Adidas | 4 | 2014 | 2020 | 4.6 | 5.2 |
| West Ham | Umbro | 4 | 2015 | 2020 | 4.6 | 5.2 |
*Unconfirmed
Do you think 90 million GBP is justified for Arsenal? Where did a supplier overpay? Share your thoughts below.
FC Kaiserslautern 26-27 Special Kit Released
Bundesliga 2 side 1. FC Kaiserslautern have officially unveiled their special 2026-27 'Herz der Pfalz' (Heart of the Palatinate) kit. Made by Castore, the shirt debuted against Eintracht Braunschweig and celebrates the region's wine culture and late-summer wine festivals.
The special shirt features a light beige base with a darker stylized grapevine pattern, while Bordeaux-red details appear on the collar, cuffs and monochrome Castore and FCK logos. The 'Herz der Pfalz' wording is placed on the upper back, with additional lettering inside the collar.
What do you think of the new 1. FC Kaiserslautern 2026-27 special kit? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Various Argentine Clubs To Switch Kit Supplier
Following latest reports from Argentine kit expert Marca de Gol, various Argentine clubs are expected to change kit supplier for the upcoming 2027 season.
Notably, four top flight sides could already be on their way to partner with local brand Atomik: Vélez Sársfield, Atlético Talleres, Gimnasia La Plata and Atlético Tucumán. On the other hand, Italian brand Givova are seemingly losing two teams - Gimnasia as mentioned above and Atlético Unión to Fiume Sports.
Which of these supplier change do you look forward the most? Let us know in the comments.
Puma Kit Durability Questioned Again as Julian Ryerson Suffers Ripped Shorts
Borussia Dortmund full-back Julian Ryerson suffered an unusual kit malfunction during BVB's 1-0 Bundesliga victory against VfB Stuttgart. Midway through the second half, the Norwegian international engaged in a physical duel with Stuttgart winger Jamie Leweling. As Leweling fell to the turf, he grabbed hold of Ryerson's shorts, completely tearing the outer seam apart and leaving the fabric hanging loose.
Ryerson initially attempted to carry on playing by knotting the shredded material at his hip. After repeatedly signaling toward the bench that the damaged kit could not hold up, he eventually made his way to the sideline. Second-choice goalkeeper Alexander Meyer rushed over to hand him a fresh pair, resulting in a brief moment where Ryerson was left in his base-layer yellow undershorts before donning the replacement gear and re-entering the pitch.
The incident has brought Puma's kit durability back under scrutiny. The German brand constructs its authentic elite kits using lightweight Ultraweave performance fabric, prioritizing minimal weight and high breathability. However, the delicate material has repeatedly faced criticism among supporters after tearing in high-intensity tussles, with Ryerson's mishap marking another visible tear on the Bundesliga stage this 26-27 season.
Monterrey Debuts Special Coca-Cola 100th Anniversary Kit Font
CF Monterrey sported a special commemorative nameset on their 26-27 Puma home kit during their Liga MX match against Cruz Azul at Estadio BBVA. The bespoke squad numbers and lettering were created in collaboration with longtime club partner Coca-Cola to celebrate the company's 100th anniversary in Mexico (1926-2026).
The font features an eye-catching textured look inspired by traditional Mexican artisan beadwork. Rendered in a bold red base adorned with intricate white, green, and red jewel-like accents reflecting the national flag, each number also integrates a subtle Rayados crest at the base. Positioned neatly above the numbers is the official red Coca-Cola 100 México anniversary script and lockup.
Alongside its on-pitch appearance with the first team, the commemorative nameset was released as an exclusive collector's edition. Only 100 supporters were given the opportunity to customize their 26-27 home shirt with the special font directly at the official Estadio BBVA club store.
Match-Worn Harry Kane Bayern Munich Kit Cut Up for Rare Topps Cards
Trading card manufacturer Topps has revealed a set of four ultra-rare trading cards created by cutting up a match-worn Harry Kane Bayern Munich jersey. Released as part of the 2025-26 Topps Museum Collection UEFA Club Competitions series, the cards take the striker's match-worn nameplate and divide it into four individual one-of-one collectibles.
Each card in the Museum Nameplate Relics subset houses a single letter from Kane's surname: "K", "A", "N", and "E". Embedded in a dedicated display window alongside a photo of Kane in Bayern colors, the fabric swatches highlight the cream-colored knit and deep red lettering from a Bayern kit, marked with official "Match-Worn Memorabilia" certification and UEFA Champions League branding.
While relic cards featuring match-worn gear have been popular in the hobby for years, deconstructing entire match-worn shirts to create cards regularly divides opinions among kit collectors who would rather see historic shirts preserved intact.
For high-end card enthusiasts, however, piecing together all four separate 1/1 cards to rebuild the complete nameplate is set to be one of the rarest pursuits in the collection.
FC Augsburg 26-27 Third Kit Debuted
FC Augsburg debuted their new 26-27 third kit on the pitch during their Bundesliga away match against Werder Bremen. Officially unveiled just days prior by the club and Japanese sportswear brand Mizuno under the name "No. 03 / Unser Drittes", the strip served as the final regular kit release across the entire Bundesliga for the season.
On the pitch, Augsburg completed the look with maroon shorts and matching socks for a streamlined appearance. Subtle detailing finishes off the jersey, including the club's founding year 1907 applied inside the neck and classic FC Augsburg lettering across the upper back.
