The echoes of the Euros, which ended with a footballing victory, continue to influence preparations for the new season. While excitement runs high, it’s crucial to remember the importance of responsible gambling when placing bets and engaging in related activities. However, let’s try to put aside everything that doesn’t concern Arsenal’s existing players and reflect on what needs to be done to throw the blue monster off the throne of the EPL.
Arsenal are still a team with little cojones, for none of their players know the taste of winning. And the squad doesn’t even have 11-star players to throw into the starting line-up.
Let’s start from the beginning
Goalkeeper. If Arteta sees Raya as his numero uno, so be it, but the rumors about Lunin did not come out of nowhere. David is on the bench in the national team, because behind him does not feel calm and cool… Rams lose a place in the national team to Everton’s goalkeeper, who, coming to the national team, changes beyond recognition.
In defense, only Big Gabi and Saliba are not questionable. The main ones are in their top national teams. Ben White is a right winger by necessity but looks good. On the left is horror. Zinchenko is only getting worse after leaving MC. Zina and Tierney, on top of that, need to be sold and get someone who will definitely add quality…and it’s not Calafiori. Bologna, with their ‘games’ should be sent away.
What’s in the midfield?
Better in midfield. BUT! Rice shouldn’t be the last midfielder in front of the defense. Let him work his magic. Rice is not a center-back.
Odegaard without question. Topman and captain.
And who’s the third? Pati/Jorginho? Emil? Emile, in general, is the person I feel most sorry for. But that’s not what this is about. We have to buy it. Or…is there an option with Havertz? As the beginning of last season shows, it’s better not to.
The most problematic area
Havertz is not a forward, the Euros proved that. As a ‘zone player’ he’s good, but you still need a ‘real forward’ who doesn’t shoot from afar and scores.
Trossard is a joker, let him be. Martinelli? He’s a winger.
There are no questions on Saka. Gabi Jesús, if he returns to his condition, is a good option.
Nketiah – one foot in another club, and the eternally young and promising is already over 25.
And considering that we want to fight for the title in both the Premier League and the Champions League, we need a big purchase. The whole left flank, center of the pitch and a forward. It wouldn’t hurt to shed the ballast – but then again we will have to enter the season with less than 20 players who can do something at the level of our claims.
Conclusion
In conclusion, for Arsenal to truly stand up to Manchester City, a comprehensive and strategic overhaul is essential. The goalkeeper position demands stability, and the defense requires bolstering, particularly on the left flank. Midfield improvements hinge on utilizing Rice effectively and securing additional quality players to support Odegaard. The forward line is in dire need of a true goal scorer, and while players like Saka and Gabriel Jesus have potential, significant investments are necessary to reinforce the squad. To compete on all fronts, shedding underperforming players and bringing in top-tier talent is crucial. Only then can Arsenal hope to challenge for the Premier League and Champions League titles.
