Overview

• Mikel Arteta has confirmed Arsenal's intent to sign a proven striker this summer, with Benjamin Sesko, Viktor Gyökeres, and Alexander Isak reportedly on the shortlist.
• The manager emphasized a dual focus on improving current players and securing targeted signings to enhance competitiveness next season.
• Arsenal’s squad depth issues contributed to a season disrupted by injuries to key players, including Martin Ødegaard, Bukayo Saka, and Ben White, as well as season-ending injuries for others.
• Real Madrid has shown interest in Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya as a potential successor to Thibaut Courtois, though a transfer may prove challenging due to Raya's long-term contract.
• Arteta acknowledged the challenges of competing with deeper squads like Liverpool’s, highlighting the importance of addressing structural weaknesses in the upcoming transfer window.