Arsenal are expected to strengthen their squad with new signings at the end of the current campaign. However, as is often the case during the summer transfer window, some players will also depart. With their exit from the Champions League, the Gunners are now guaranteed to finish the season without a trophy, extending a drought that has lasted since 2020.
This season has presented several challenges for Mikel Arteta and his squad. Despite periods of strong form, Arsenal’s efforts in domestic and European competitions have fallen short, and they must now regroup and prepare for a new campaign with renewed ambition.
Squad Changes Expected in the Summer
While the majority of the current squad is expected to remain at the Emirates Stadium, several changes are likely. Some fringe players may be sold or leave as free agents, as the club looks to create space for new arrivals and increase squad competitiveness. This is a natural part of a top club’s cycle, particularly one that aims to challenge on multiple fronts.
One player whose future is uncertain is Jakub Kiwior. The Poland international has featured more regularly in recent weeks, largely due to an injury to Gabriel Magalhães. This increased game time has been a welcome opportunity for the defender and may have allowed him to showcase his potential.
Kiwior Considering Summer Departure
Despite his recent involvement, Kiwior is reportedly concerned about his long-term prospects at the club. According to Football Insider, he is considering a move away from Arsenal in the summer in pursuit of more consistent playing time. The report suggests that he could request to be transferred, as he does not wish to remain a backup option for the foreseeable future.
Although his situation is understandable, any departure would need to be carefully managed. Should Kiwior leave, Arsenal will be required to secure a suitable replacement to ensure squad depth and maintain quality across the defensive line. Managing exits and arrivals effectively will be crucial for Arsenal’s ambitions in the upcoming season.
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100%. The value of PSG’s squad is $4.4 billion, whereas Arsenal’s squad is $1.1 billion. Last year, Arsenal’s turnover was $820 million, while PSG’s was about $910 million. Arsenal has earned $93 million from the Champions League this year and will earn about $235 million if they secure their current position in the Premier League.
The summary is that Arsenal is the world’s most financially sustainable football club. However, to dominate modern football, you must have two top teams within a squad. PSG replaced nine players from the first leg to play Arsenal yesterday, whereas Arsenal operated with a makeshift team with no striker. Man City had two solid squads when they won the Champions League, and Liverpool won the Premiership with two solid squads. Arsenal will need to change its recruitment formula and wage structure to acquire the required squad players instead of relying on promoting academy players if it wants to dominate European football. Arteta will be pushed out the door next season if he continues to put his trust in squad players like Martinelli and Odegaard.
PSG’s valuation of 4.4B….please explain?
Kiwior did incredibly well in this time of need. Strike when the iron’s hot. He already had a great deal of interest from Serie A. I’m sure we can strengthen from his sale, as good teams do. We have cover in the middle with White, Califiori, and even Timber.
But under Arteta, the 3 players you mention have been used as full backs?