Mikel Arteta is expected to guide Arsenal to multiple trophies this season, yet that ambition is increasingly under threat as the Gunners struggle for form in the closing weeks of the campaign. What once appeared to be a highly promising season is now at risk of ending in disappointment if results do not improve quickly.
At one stage, Arsenal were considered capable of winning four trophies, but they have already fallen short in two competitions. Defeats in the Carabao Cup final and the FA Cup quarterfinal have significantly altered expectations. There is also a growing concern that they could face elimination from the Champions League if their current dip in form continues.
Mounting Pressure on Arteta
Despite these setbacks, Arsenal have been the most consistent side in the Premier League this season, while their performances in Europe have also been steady. Arteta is widely regarded as leading one of the strongest Arsenal squads in recent years, but recent results have raised doubts about whether this group can convert promise into silverware.
The pressure on the players is becoming increasingly evident, as the possibility of another trophyless campaign looms. Supporters had expected this season to mark a turning point, yet the team now faces a critical period that will determine whether it can still achieve success.
Uncertain Future if Trophies Are Missed
For now, the club continue to support Arteta, but the situation could change if Arsenal fail to secure any trophies. According to Football Insider, there is an understanding that expectations must be met after coming so close to success. The report suggests that discussions regarding his future could intensify should the team fall short once again.
There are indications that calls for change may grow louder, with the possibility of a managerial review becoming a central topic. Arsenal must respond decisively in the remaining fixtures to avoid such uncertainty and ensure that their season concludes on a more positive note.
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Hopefully we win the prem and he moves on would be my preferred outcome .
No but 🤞he does the job this time.
He can stay on and retire at age 200 …..
Great guy …..
To fail to win any trophy after being in with a shout of four, should lead to him being moved on. If they still didn’t sack him, he should go himself.
Failure this time, he has no excuses. The club have backed him to the hilt.
Just how long do we have to believe in the process?.
No absolutely not! If he’s so elite like many arsenal fans claim they why can’t he win anything? Why does he bottle everything ? Why is his style of play so bad ? Win or leave he’s all out of excuses now.
I think he will walk away if they don’t win anything his contract is up next year and I think he knows himself I think he will go to Spain I don’t think he will stop in the premier league
We talk about progressing each season, so let’s have a look.
Carabo Cup –
Last season Semi final
This season Final
Conclusion? Progress made.
FA Cup –
Last season 4th round
This season 6th round
Conclusion? Progress made.
PL at this time of the season
Last season 2nd
This season 1st
Conclusion? Progress made.
CL at this time of the season:
Last season No 100% record
This season Perfect 100% record
Conclusion? Progress made.
Obviously we are out of the domestic cups, but, at the moment we are out performing in the two big competitions – so why would we be talking about him leaving, before the season has ended?
Progress for a club like Arsenal is winning things. The support has been great and he has had the time to do this. If we fail this season I would never call what you listed as progress at all – especially considering his style of football, if you can call it that is beyond bad. Having said that if he can deliver that will be forgotten..
Yea cause the record books will talk about progress won’t they Ken….
All I’m doing is pointing out the FACT that, in every competition, we’ve made progress and yet some are talking about no progress being made.
We won’t kniw what the record books will say until the end of the season, so I’m siting tight, watching tonight’s game and hoping we keep out 100% record in the CL – no other club left in the tournament can say that. 👍
If, at the end of the season, the record books show we haven’t won either the PL or the CL, then that’s a different conversation.
COYG
Even if he cross the finishing line, I would like a change of manager at Arsenal.
Wait until the end of the season and see if we win trophies. If we do not, then have some awareness and quit; don’t let pride, ego, and bravado stand in the way.
As long as we finish top 4 I don’t think any changes will be made. Blame the players, injuries, refs, VAR, anything except questioning the tactics and setup.
Arteta is keeping the club in the top 4 and money; owners likely will stick with him.
The ambition of ownership will be known whether trophies are won or not, time will tell.
Arteta is doing a fantastic job. No one can guarantee winning anything. Arsenal are competing for top trophies every season with Arteta, and that’s all you can reasonably ask for. Get rid of him and they probably won’t be. Thankfully I believe the Arsenal hierarchy have enough sense to keep him even if they win nothing this season. IMO to change the manager would be insanity. Will probably win the league at least, so hopefully his exit won’t even be discussed.
If Arsenal are successful come the end of the season, then he will have earned the right to carry on.
That said, I hope if that happens, Arteta looks at the turgid style of play the team has. It truly is painful to watch if I’m being honest.