Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal had many issues but still they have been performing at the highest level in the current ongoing season.
Top performers for Arsenal in the attack
Arsenal’s 2024/2025 campaign had a mix run due to absences of star players. Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz will be out until the next season due to serious injuries. Bukayo Saka is likely to return next month. He has also missed a lot of games due to an injury. Their attacking group has been greatly impacted by Leandro Trossard, Mikel Merino, Gabriel Martinelli.
Mikel Merino is now the new number nine for Arteta. Surprisingly, the Spain international has been good at his new role. He has netted some key goals for his team in some important matches.
Trossard’s ability to play on the wing or centrally has been key in their attack. His pace and passing has been vital in creating chances. And his goals, not just in the league but Europe as well. However, he has been out of form in the recent weeks. His drought for goals continues.
Havertz has been great at the start of the season for Arsenal. His combination of play and ability to score has been valuable, particularly in big games. Although, he ran out of form since the new year. And now he will be missing the rest of the season due to injury.
Martinelli’s speed and dribbling on the left side has caused issues for opposing defenses. His passing and creativity have helped open offensive lines. And he has been become an integral member of his team’s attack from a long time. He was also injured and had to miss plenty of games recently.
The injuries to these players have created difficulties. However, these players have had great impact on the attack.
The Gunners’ midfield and defense has been solid so far
Arsenal’s defensive and midfield areas featured the most notable performances of their term. Declan Rice has rounded into form as an important figure in the midfield. He has only joined last year and has become a key player in the team instantly.
His leadership and impact on the defensive side of the ball remains a strong base for their midfield. That helps to thrive defensively. Martin Ødegaard has also been important. Given his role as a No. 10 or No. 8, his creativity and ability to find space is incredible. And accuracy to break down defenses is known to everyone.
Defensively, the combination of William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhães has been a large part of their defensive identity. Saliba has composure and intelligence on the ball. And Gabriel is good in aerial duels. That makes them one of the best center-back pairings in the league.
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Up-and-coming stars Myles Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri have been making huge strides for the Gunners this campaign. Lewis-Skelly has been nothing short of impressive, making the switch from a central midfielder to the first-choice left-back.
These players have all been vital to **the north London side**‘s hunt for both domestic and European silverware this year.
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