**Arsenal ultimately fell short of their ambitions this season, failing to win silverware despite finishing runners-up in the Premier League once again.**
But [there were still some positives from the campaign](https://hayters.com/arsenals-summer-mission-what-mikel-arteta-and-andrea-berta-must-deliver/), including a run to the Champions League semi-finals and some brilliant performances along the way.
We’ve graded each player based on their performances this season…
**David Raya – A**
Won the Golden Glove. Despite some erratic distribution, his shot-stopping was second-to-none.
**Ben White – B-**
Hard to judge a player injured for so much of the season. Flashes of his best on his return.
**William Saliba – A**
Still the Rolls Royce defender in Arsenal’s armoury. A couple of rare errors showed his human side and that he can get even better.
**Gabriel Magalhães – A+**
A leader and rock in defence. Supreme alongside Saliba. Huge goal threat too.
**Jurrien Timber – A**
Like a new signing after a year out injured. Candidate for Player of the Season.
**Jakub Kiwior – C+**
Exceeded expectations at centre=back when he replaced the injured Gabriel. Perfect squad man.
**Riccardo Calafiori – B+**
Exciting when he played but injuries limited his impact in his debut season.
**Myles Lewis-Skelly – A**
The find of the season from the youth ranks. Showed maturity beyond his years playing in an unfamiliar position.
**Declan Rice – A+**
Showed signs he can be world class as he bossed the midfield, scoring goals too.
**Thomas Partey – A+**
His best season as an Arsenal player. Will be very [hard to replace if he goes](https://hayters.com/arsenal-star-in-talks-over-move-away-chelsea-eyeing-winger-latest-transfer-reports/).
**Mikel Merino – B**
A slow burner of a season ended with him leading the line as a makeshift striker. Much liked by fans and team-mates.
**Martin Odegaard – C+**
Injury hampered the tireless Arsenal captain as his influence on the team diminished.
**Ethan Nwaneri – B+**
Another breakout teenager from the Hale End ranks. Dazzling in place of Saka. Yet to find his best position.
**Bukayo Saka – A**
Lengthy injury highlighted his importance to the side. Remains Arsenal’s most potent attacking threat.
**Gabriel Martinelli – B-**
Had flashes of brilliance but lacked consistency throughout the season.
**Kai Havertz – B+**
Showed value for money after his big transfer from Chelsea. Leading scorer and much missed when injured.
**Leandro Trossard – B+**
Important player starting and off the bench. Versatile and impactful.
**Gabriel Jesus – B**
Injury issues limited his contributions at a time when he was beginning to show his goalscoring prowess.
**Raheem Sterling – C-**
Very disappointing loan season from such a likeable player.