Mikel Arteta has made clear that Arsenal are still searching for top-level additions after missing out on Vin\u00edcius J\u00fanior from Real Madrid.<\/p>\n
The Arsenal manager said the club are \u201ctrying\u201d to strengthen further, even after the arrival of Bruno Guimar\u00e3es from Newcastle United gave the squad a timely lift. But for Arteta, the work is not done.<\/p>\n
\u201cThat\u2019s what we\u2019re trying to do,\u201d Arteta said after Sunday\u2019s defeat to Borussia Dortmund when asked whether fans can expect more new signings.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt has to be the right player in the market to make us much better. We are very much looking forward to that.\u201d<\/p>\n
Arsenal remain in a difficult position as the summer window moves towards its final weeks. They have pursued several targets openly, including Rogers and Vin\u00edcius Jr., yet the club are still not close to completing another deal.<\/p>\n
A left winger continues to be a key priority. The departure of Leandro Trossard to Be\u015fikta\u015f was balanced by the arrival of Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge, but Arsenal still appear to want a higher-level option in that area. An upgrade on Gabriel Martinelli would, in the view of the club, raise the side to another level.<\/p>\n
Barcola is still available, although he is expected to be extremely expensive. Other possible options, including AC Milan\u2019s Rafael Le\u00e3o and Athletic Club\u2019s Nico Williams, are also mentioned as players who may yet be available.<\/p>\n
Defensive reinforcements are also under consideration. Arteta has already said it will be some time before William Saliba returns from a back injury, while Jurri\u00ebn Timber is dealing with a groin problem and will miss the start of the season.<\/p>\n
Ezri Konsa is understood to sit high on Arsenal\u2019s shortlist. The Guardian reported that an opening bid has already been turned down, with Villa standing firm at $81 million (\u00a360 million).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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