- Arsenal manager to strengthen the squad
- Arteta said the club is close to finalizing a deal
- Arteta praised Saka for his mental resilience
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed the club is actively seeking to strengthen the squad this summer transfer window.
While speaking at the start of the Gunners’ pre-season tour in the United States, Arteta indicated that the club is close to finalizing a deal for Italian defender Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna.
The Spaniard emphasized the need for improvement despite Arsenal’s impressive performances in the past two seasons, where they finished second to Manchester City. Arteta believes that reaching the pinnacle of the Premier League requires continuous enhancement of the squad.
As the club prepares for the upcoming season, Arteta is focused on integrating new players while maximizing the potential of the current squad. The return of players like Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka, who were involved in the Euro 2024 tournament, is eagerly anticipated. Arteta praised Saka for his mental resilience, particularly after overcoming the disappointment of missing a penalty in the Euro 2020 final.
