It is time for Mikel Arteta to get busy in the transfer window as Arsenal will finally have a chance to play in the Uefa Champions League again after missing out this major tournament for such a long time. I think Mikel Arteta might need to get in better centre-back defenders as their defense does look kind of shaky whenever their opponent launch a fast counter attack resulting in Arsenal conceding goals.
Expectations from the Gunners, now is not the time to play around, the players must demonstrate excellent performance in games, just like they did this season, their performances was a surprise to everyone, and they will need the same energy to compete next season. However, Mikel Arteta, the coach, will not tolerate excuses or sluggish efforts. He needs all of his players to perform well, and he has set aside a substantial sum for the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners are back in the Champions League, with a tough competition ahead, and the fans are ecstatic and cheering because they are glad to be back in UCL football.
The need more consistency than they had in previous season to make a better impact this coming season. Not many expected to see them in the top 4 not to talk of having them in the second place. But the sad fact is that the made so much impact without a trophy and the need to do better this season so this same poor performance doesn't repeat itself. Arteta will have to get a good substitute for his 9 and also strengthen his central defence ahead of the coming season taking advantage of the transfer market.