Mikel Arteta recently stated that he believes Arsenal needs to upgrade its squad for a chance at success. He emphasized the need for improvement across the board and the requirement for more depth in the team. Arteta expressed the necessity to reach higher standards, particularly in relation to winning the Premier League, indicating that upgrades in all aspects of the team’s performance are essential. While acknowledging that Arsenal has achieved high points totals in recent seasons, Arteta stressed the importance of meeting the club’s goals and hinted at the potential arrival of new faces to aid in this pursuit, although he emphasized that it remains uncertain.

Arsenal has been associated with seeking defensive reinforcements and a new addition to their attacking lineup, with the absence of a prolific striker identified as an issue. This has led to speculation about potential signings such as Alexander Isak, Ivan Toney, and Mikel Merino, among others. The potential addition of Bologna’s Riccardo Calafiori to bolster the defensive line is being negotiated, although Arteta could not provide a timeline for his potential arrival. Arteta emphasized the team’s desire to improve and enhance the squad’s resources in positions where they currently lack depth.

He also mentioned ongoing discussions regarding potential new recruits.