Arsenal’s new transfer chief, Andrea Berta, is now working with Arteta to make smart signings.
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Big changes could be coming to Arsenal Football Club as the summer transfer window opens.
The club’s manager, Mikel Arteta, has been given the green light to spend up to £180 million on new players to help them win trophies next season.
🔧 Why Arsenal Needs New Players
Arsenal has come close to winning the Premier League in recent years, finishing second three times in a row.
But to take the final step and actually win, they need better players and more depth in the squad.
Last season, they struggled with injuries and didn’t have strong backup players for key positions like striker and winger.
Also, some of the players they brought in last year didn’t make a big impact. For example:
- Neto played only two matches.
- Raheem Sterling, on loan, started just seven league games.
- Riccardo Calafiori had injury problems and didn’t play often.
- Mikel Merino didn’t play in his usual position and had to fill in as a striker due to other injuries.
⚠️ A New Season, A New Plan
This summer is crucial for Arsenal. They want to buy:
- A top striker
- A talented midfielder
- A fast winger
- A strong backup goalkeeper
They also might need more defenders if some of their current players leave or continue to have injury problems.
Arsenal’s new transfer chief, Andrea Berta, who helped build a successful team at Atletico Madrid, is now working with Arteta to make smart signings.
✅ Four Main Targets
These are the four main players Arsenal is looking to sign:
- Martin Zubimendi – A midfielder from Real Sociedad, likely to cost around £51 million.
- Joan Garcia – A goalkeeper from Espanyol, expected to cost £20 million.
- Nico Williams – A winger from Athletic Club with a price tag near £49 million.
- Viktor Gyokeres – A striker who may cost £57 million.
All together, these players could cost Arsenal £180 million – a big investment, but one that could help them finally win the league.
⏳ What Happens Next?
The transfer window opened early this year because of changes related to the Club World Cup.
Arsenal now has a short time to make some quick moves before a brief break in transfers on June 10.
Clubs like Liverpool are already making signings, and Arsenal doesn’t want to fall behind.
