Mikel Arteta, the mastermind behind Arsenal’s resurgence, has issued a clear message to the Gunners’ hierarchy: it’s time to “do what they need to do” to clinch the Premier League title next season. After another campaign that fell short of silverware, the pressure is mounting for Arsenal to deliver in 2024/25.
Despite securing a second-place finish for the third consecutive year—a feat that underscores their consistency—the Gunners were unable to keep pace with the relentless Liverpool in the title race. Their season, filled with moments of brilliance, ultimately ended in disappointment, leaving fans yearning for more.
The highlight of their campaign came in the Champions League, where they stunned defending champions Real Madrid with a commanding 5-1 aggregate victory in the quarter-finals. However, their European dreams were dashed in the semi-finals by Paris Saint-Germain, leaving the Emirates faithful to wonder what might have been.
As the dust settles on the season, Arteta, alongside new sporting director Andrea Berta, is already plotting a summer of bold moves in the transfer market. With several players linked to Arsenal, the Gunners are gearing up for a pivotal window. Arteta has confirmed that “four or five players” will be departing, urging the board to act decisively to strengthen the squad.
Speaking after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Newcastle, the Arsenal boss emphasized the need for reinforcements: “We need players because the squad is really short. We’re losing four or five players whose contracts are ending, and their loans are finished. We need to be sharp, disciplined, and ensure we’re strong next season.”
When pressed on the significance of the upcoming summer, Arteta delivered a candid response: “Finish the season, go to the beach, and make sure the ones upstairs do what they need to do.”
While Arteta stopped short of making grand promises for next season, he vowed to leave no stone unturned in his pursuit of success. “What I can promise is I will do my very best. I will give my life here, squeeze every drop from everyone, and aim for the best. But promise silverware? I cannot promise that. No manager can guarantee a Premier League or Champions League title.”
The Gunners sealed their second-place finish thanks to a solitary goal from Declan Rice in the clash against Newcastle. Reflecting on the match, Arteta praised his team’s resilience: “It was a tough game, and we knew Newcastle were in good form. The pressure was high, but we managed to finish second convincingly and secure Champions League football. Now, it’s about resetting and going again.”
Arteta also acknowledged the frustration of falling short of their ultimate goal but urged everyone to recognize the progress made. “We had the highs, and the dream was to deliver a big trophy. Unfortunately, we couldn’t achieve that, but we mustn’t let the chase for glory overshadow the incredible work being done by the players and the club. We’ll continue to push, aim higher, and start the next season with the enthusiasm this club deserves.”
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