Arsenal had a disappointing end to their pre-season as they lost to Tottenham in a tightly fought game and Mikel Arteta told the official website after the game, that there was no point in worrying about signing attackers.
The Gunners come into the season on the back of a disappointing campaign as they finished eighth for the second year in a row which left them without any European football. One of the reasons for this was the lack of creativity in the opposition half.
When Arteta was asked about the options at his disposal, he responded by saying:
“What we have is what we have to maximise, and worrying about things that we don’t have at the moment, there is no point. My energy is only on the players we have, make them better, and make them a better threat and win matches.”
This prompted some angry reactions from the fans who lashed out at the boss for failing to acknowledge the need for signings. Here are some of the best reactions:
This guy went from Head Coach to Manager.
He should be demoted back to Head Coach if he wants to answer the questions as a coach.
Such a let down.
— Jimmy Chilides (@jimmy_chilides) August 8, 2021
Goes and spends £30m on back up keeper……
— AtleticoDD (@Roryarsenal) August 8, 2021
Let him resign, let the fans stop buying seasonal tickets, let the voice be heard. This team is so far from being a champion in any way leave alone being a top 4 team.
— Josh Mr right ⚪ (@joe_alinda) August 9, 2021
Should’ve just simply said YES. The whole world knows that we need creativity in this attack but Arteta believes he’ll somehow magically transform this team into prime Arsenal. That’s not how things happen.
— Moeed Khan (@Moeeddkhann) August 9, 2021
I use to back arteta before now but so far I realize he’s just being stubborn..and thus I am against he’s floppy process..for days you’ll wake up to Buse on the team from every social media
— Tk.. Jr (@Sunnexwilcox) August 8, 2021
Make them better? Is there any possibility out from this team? They are still play same pattern of football from last season. Can’t score a goal can create a chance can’t defend can’t attack. Spinless!!
— Okeke Emmanuel (@okekeemmanuel94) August 9, 2021
He’s a freaking joker😂😂😭😭😭 since last season till now he still can’t make them better?? He should get out please so disgusting! How the hell do we dominate a match and not score a single goal only to lose 1-0 how mediocre 🤡🤡 buy attackers we need proven players
— JidePaddy (@OmoIyaOniBread) August 8, 2021
Arsenal Fever View
It is absolutely essential that the Gunners bring in some attackers to boost their chances. One position that really requires some attention is the attacking midfielder’s role. James Maddison and Martin Odegaard have been heavily linked with a move.
The north Londoners must look to bring in at least one of them to address the creativity issues. This is especially a problem when playing against teams that like to defend deep. You need someone with the vision and guile to unlock these defences and the Gunners do not have many players that can do that on a consistent basis.
If the team won’t sign anyone by the end of the summer, it will only lead to more resentment from the fans. Another position the north Londoners might have to strengthen will be that of a striker. With Eddie Nketiah and Alexandre Lacazette having only one year left on their current deals, it might lead to a new arrival.
The Gunners do not have much time left in the window to make a statement. If they do sign Maddison or Odegaard, it will go some way in appeasing the fans. Arsenal and Arteta will have to get their act together before they run out of time.
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