Mikel Arteta says Arsenal need more summer signings ahead of new Premier League season - 'We are short'
Published 21/07/2025 at 15:03 GMT+1
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Mikel Arteta believes Arsenal need more summer signings ahead of their first game of the new Premier League season against Manchester United. The Gunners have signed Christian Norgaard from Brentford, Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad, as well as Chelsea duo Kepa Arrizabalaga and Noni Madueke this month. They are also reportedly still in the hunt for Viktor Gyokeres.
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Mikel Arteta believes Arsenal need to improve the quality of their squad ahead of the start of the new Premier League season.
The Gunners have had a busy summer transfer window, signing Christian Norgaard from Brentford, Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad, as well as Chelsea duo Kepa Arrizabalaga and Noni Madueke.
Arteta’s side have finished second in the table in their last three Premier League seasons and are hoping to end a 21-year wait to lift the iconic trophy during the 2025/2026 campaign.
However, he insists he will need to increase the size of his squad first.
"In terms of numbers, we are short and we have to improve the depth and quality of the squad," he said. "We are constantly looking in the market.
"Until that happens, [we] focus on the players we have - and I'm very pleased with what I have seen in the last 10 to 15 days."
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Six first-team players have left Emirates Stadium this summer, including Kieran Tierney, Jorginho, and Thomas Partey.
The Gunners are still being linked with several big names in the press, including Swedish striker Viktor Gyokeres.
However, Arteta refused to talk about players who are yet to sign for the club.
"I cannot comment on any player who is not part of our group yet," he said. "When we have something concrete to offer in any case to any player, we will do that.
"There's still a long time in the window and we are seeking still."
Arsenal will get their Premier League campaign underway against Manchester United at Old Trafford on August 17.
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The Red Devils have also been linked with a move for Sporting Lisbon star Gyokeres.
Arteta revealed that a new signing could add energy and excitement to the squad ahead of a crucial season for the Spaniard.
"It's like shaking the tree again," he added. "New faces... they bring new excitement, new energy as well.
"We signed very important players as well. I think everybody feels that the heights have to go to different level and it's what we are seeking."
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