This summer, Arsenal fans have been eager to see quality signings that could finally give them the edge in the Premier League title race.
Plenty of top players have been linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium with Rodrygo, Leroy Sané, Benjamin Šeško, Viktor Gyökeres, and Martín Zubimendi among them.
With at least three deals expected following Kepa Arrizabalaga’s arrival, one question is doing the rounds: if Arsenal signed Šeško, Rodrygo, and Zubimendi, would that guarantee Premier League glory?
Not necessarily. If Arsenal truly want to win the league, they should go all-in on two key signings instead, in my opinion.
Stick with Trossard and Martinelli on the left
Arsenal finished last season with 89 points, with Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli sharing left-wing duties. Neither is expected to leave, so why not give them another shot?
That would save over £45 million, the expected cost of signing a new winger, unless Leroy Sané arrives on a free transfer – which looks extremely unlikely now that Galatasaray seem to be leading the race.
With that money saved, the idea that Arsenal “need to spread the budget” becomes less urgent. Arteta has already shown he can extract strong performances from both Trossard and Martinelli across a season.
Elite talent over quantity
Instead of spreading funds across three or four players, Arsenal should focus on elite-tier upgrades.
Few fit that category better than Alexander Isak and Martín Zubimendi.
Zubimendi is expected to cost around £51 million. Isak, on the other hand, could command a fee close to £150 million. That would likely consume Arsenal’s entire budget, but it could be worth every penny.
Why these two would make the difference:
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Isak could be a game-changer. His ability to link play, finish chances, and elevate teammates could ignite the attack, just as he did for Anthony Gordon at Newcastle.
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Zubimendi adds control and intelligence in midfield, offering a long-term solution alongside Rice and Ødegaard.
Liverpool are chasing Florian Wirtz. Man City are targeting Cherki and Reijnders.
Arsenal must aim just as high, or risk another “so close, yet so far” season.
Would you go all-in on Zubimendi and Isak, Gooners? Or would you rather spread the risk?
Daniel O
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Looking at Liverpool and ManC’s acquisitions in this transfer window already is scary, I think we might end up trophyless again no matter who we buy.
Its not ALL about who we buy!!!!
Zubimendi adds very little to the squad. He adds neither nor creativity to our midfield.
Will he struggle with the physicality and pace of the premier league? 100 per cent.
Our biggest challenge all of last season was breaking down low-block opponents. It’s difficult to see how Odegaard plus Zubimendi – (two of the slowest midfielders in the game) would help us to unleash the pace and creativity in Martinelli and Saka.
Zubimendi plus Odegaard playing in the same team equal zero counterattacks. Next year will just be another season of slow, boring Artetaball.
What I am trying to say: we still need to add a skillful and powerful ball carrier – a midfielder with pace too. Zubimendi is not that player.
What’s this one saying?
You’re pathetic to say the least
Is that all you have to say about my excellent post? Don’t be afraid, tell me exactly what’s on your mind.
It’s his opinion mate
Zubimendi carried the ball well enough against Portugal the other day. He was one of the best two players on the pitch.
Jax,
You say he carried the ball, surely that’s worth a booking. 🤣😂👍
Jax,
You say he carried the ball well enough, surely that’s worth a booking. He’s never get away with that playing for the Arsenal.😂🤣👍
A problem u have zero football knowledge u just talk whatever u feel like talking ,u a disguise to our team
We all entitled to our opinions mate
I won bets with Arsenal fans in the last two years that we wouldn’t win CL
Does that mean they have zero football knowledge?
Gratiuskarl,
What’s your problem with Dan, you may not agree with some of his opinions. And that’s your right of course, but to then go on and say what you did is a bit strong to be fair.
There’s no need to question his knowledge of the game. He writes plenty of Articles and more often than not is commended on his posts. Even by poster’s who disagree with some of his opinions, but they don’t try to belittle him. Come on now!, we’re all adults here aren’t we?.👍
The latest report says that RM are saying they never followed up on Zubimendi, so if true, it does look as though we have done a deal!! 👍
I’d rather see Rodrygo Gyokeres and Zubimendi. Our creativity will come from the wings as well as goals, and we’d have a striker who looks like he’d finish at a decent rate
Our left wing is mid-table, and what if Isak got injured, which you know he would IMO
Is anyone else bored of this Zubimendi story yet, I know I am. 🤦♂️
I am. I think we will get him eventually, he looks like a good fit for us, but I wish the media would shut up.