Mikel Arteta and Arsenal’s £100m transfer budget this summer transfer window can bring big changes to the squad. This budget will be further boosted by the additional player sales this summer. Mikel Arteta is ready for a complete squad rebuild to reach new heights with the club next season. Arsenal’s new sporting director Andrea Berta already took some major decisions for the upcoming transfer window.
The Gunners are out of Champions League after getting knocked out by Paris Saint Germain in the Semi-finals. Moreover, the Premier League title is already secured by Liverpool this season with Arsenal finishing as the runners-up. This means Mikel Arteta and Arsenal fans have to bear another trophyless season despite the early optimism.
The First Step For Arsenal
Mikel Arteta will kickstart the transfer business with improving the midfield. Arsenal’s midfield is one of the best in the world with Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard pulling the strings in Arteta’s tactics. However, there are doubts about the third man in this midfield. What Arsenal really need is a defensive midfielder who can provide the freedom to Arsenal’s creative duo.
Mikel Merino was signed for this role, however, the Spanish midfielder is mostly deployed as an inverted striker. Thomas Partey showed some positive signs but injuries made it difficult for the midfielder to cement his place in the squad. Moreover, it is reported that Partey can leave London this summer with Atletico Madrid interested in securing the service of their former midfielder.
Arteta Looking To Make A Big Statement
Arsenal’s first signing of the summer is already completed and its a big relief for the fans. The Gunners are ready to trigger the €60 million release clause of Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad. This deal is almost done and is a big signing for the London club. Zubimendi was linked with Liverpool as Arne Slot’s first signing of the club. However, the Real Sociedad midfielder rejected a move to Anfield last season.
🚨 Arsenal agree deal to sign Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad, here we go! ❤️🤍
Zubimendi has now verbally agreed to sign a long term deal… so formal steps must follow soon with Arsenal to trigger €60m clause.
Zubi, ready to become the first signing of the new season. pic.twitter.com/yzYJOydstE
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 10, 2025
Addition of Martin Zubimendi in the midfield will surely boost energy and morale of the squad. The fact Arsenal are getting a Euro winner and one of the best Spanish midfielders is a big statement by the Gunners. Moreover, this move will bring back hope to the squad and the fans for the next season.
Can Gunners Secure The Next Defensive Star?
After midfield, the position that requires the most improvement is defense. Things are not looking good for Arsenal after their star defender William Saliba is linked to Real Madrid. However, if Saliba decided to stay, the French defender is still without a reliable partner in the defense line. Mikel Arteta also needs to address this problem for next season.
The best option for Arsenal is Bournemouth loanee Dean Huijsen, who is currently on loan from Juventus. Huijsen attracted interest from many big clubs like Liverpool, Chelsea, and Real Madrid this season. The £50 million-rated centre-back will have to make a big decision this summer for his future. At the age of 19, Hujisen can become the next defensive star in football.
Arsenal’s Biggest Problem: The Striker Situation
Arsenal’s £100m transfer budget should be enough to solve their biggest problem this season. The Gunners are still looking for a world-class striker in the transfer market. Two names that are on the top of the list are Viktor Gyokeres of Sporting Lisbon and Benjamin Sesko of RB Leipzig.
A good striker can really help Arsenal in their pursuit of silverware next season. Mikel Arteta and Andrea Berta will be making big moves this summer. Signing a striker can ease the goal-scoring burden on Bukayo Saka. However
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