Arteta Promises More Signings for Arsenal
Mikel Arteta, Arsenal’s technical director, has assured that the club will continue to strengthen its squad in the transfer market. In addition, he hinted at the arrival of new signings during the pre-season tour in Asia, while negotiations with Sporting CP for Viktor Gyökeres continue. Arsenal landed in Singapore on Sunday, preparing for friendlies against AC Milan and Newcastle United, before traveling to Hong Kong, where they will face Tottenham Hotspur on July 31. The team has three new faces: Martín Zubimendi, Christian Nørgaard and Kepa Arrizabalaga, who are part of the 30-player squad that traveled. Noni Madueke, acquired for 52 million pounds sterling (70 million dollars), received a rest after his participation with Chelsea in the Club World Cup.
Arteta also added: “There’s still a lot of time left in the market. We are looking, in terms of numbers, we are short and we have to improve the depth and quality of the squad. We are constantly looking in the market. Until that happens, we focus on the players we have and I am very happy with what I have seen in the last 10-15 days.” “It’s like shaking the tree again. Bringing new faces, they bring new excitement, new energy too. We also signed very important players. I think everyone feels that the heights have to go to a different level and that’s what we’re looking for.” Arsenal are also close to completing a signing for around £17 million for Valencia center-back Cristhian Mosquera, as the Gunners look to end a five-year wait for a title, after finishing second in the last three Premier League seasons. “They are totally convinced [that they can win something],” Arteta said. “The good thing is that I don’t have to convince them. They know how good they are and how close we have been.” “In the end, it’s those details that make you take the next step, which we all want. It’s just working on them and realizing where they are.” “The basic things we need to have throughout the season to put ourselves in the best competitive opportunities and possibilities to achieve our goals. That’s the daily work. That’s a responsibility in each individual as well.” Arsenal were forced to delay their first training session in Singapore due to heavy storms in the area. They will face Milan at the National Stadium of the country on Wednesday.I cannot comment on any player who is not yet part of our group. When we have something concrete to offer any player, we will do so.
Mikel Arteta
