William Gallas has cast doubt on Mikel Arteta’s managerial decision-making, particularly criticising the Arsenal boss for failing to sign a recognised striker.
Arteta has undeniably transformed Arsenal back into one of Europe’s elite clubs following a period of mediocrity. The Spanish manager has consistently positioned the Gunners as title contenders, and he remains determined to restore them to the summit of English football. However, despite Arsenal’s significant progress, they have yet to claim the Premier League crown under his leadership.
For three consecutive seasons, Arsenal has mounted a challenge for the league title, only to fall short. They have had to compete against formidable opponents, with Liverpool looking likely to win the Premier League this season. If that happens, Arsenal will have missed out on two titles to Manchester City and one to the Reds under Arteta’s tenure.
One of the most glaring weaknesses in the squad has been the lack of a prolific striker, an issue that Gallas finds particularly baffling. He does not understand why Arsenal has continuously failed to address this problem despite their ambition to compete with the very best.
He expressed his frustration, as quoted by Four Four Two:
“Signing a striker seems to be a blind spot for Arteta.”
Gallas further stated:
“They should have signed one in the summer of 2024, but they didn’t. Top managers don’t make that same mistake two seasons running. That is completely unacceptable.”
Arsenal’s inability to secure a top-class centre-forward remains a key talking point, as it has arguably cost them in crucial moments of the season. While Arteta has built a strong and competitive squad, failing to reinforce the attacking department could prove costly once again.
The Gunners must address their squad’s weaknesses sooner rather than later, as continued indecision in the transfer market could prevent them from reaching their full potential. If they continue to miss opportunities to fix these evident problems, they may struggle to take the final step towards securing silverware.
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I wonder how long it took Gallas to work that out.
If I could, I’d refer him to our new sporting director.
Pne must remember Liverpool have had a season without injuries, with the reverse said about Arsenal.
However iy has been blatantly obvious to everyone except Arteta and the owners that a striker two seasons ago and miggt have won the league twice.
Liverpool are not so strong but do have luck on their side with penalties nearly every match., and good decisions.
Look how bad the decisions have been againt Arsenal.
It is as if the owners dont want to win the league a sabortage
👐. Are you Claude from AFTV?
It’s not rocket science…..But to be fair to Arteta i think he wanted a striker at least last january……
Agreed, you could see the way he was talking about it after the transfer window.
But. Why not a striker must be a first priority just one world class striker. have one first. Before u buy a midfielder…. Please
He might have appeared to want a striker but the moment much publicity was made of his chase for Watkins who was certainly not going to be available in January, it raised a stink for me.
Until Arsenal signs a good world class striker , our coming from the wings will only deliver good result but not excellent result. The match strategies are well known to all football clubs and arsenal is well decoded even by smaller clubs with defensive plans
Arteta must eat the humble pile and include a great striker to complete the club Reforms.
He is right. Top managers don’t make that mistake.🤫
Reggie
Top managers adjust to circumstances, and correct previous mistakes. Unfortunately, others double down on their tactics, and refuse to consider tactics might be a problem rather than personnel. Or worse yet, refuse to value a striker, and instead think a “fill-in” can do the job.
And unfortunately Durand,
Arteta is guilty of all the things you talk about.😉👍