In the last two seasons Arsenal failed to win the title but their performances were very good. The team continued to fight for the title until the last match of the season. And the Premier League became more competitive thanks to Arsenal's great performances. We didn't just see Manchester City's dominance.
Arsenal's only weakness in the last two seasons has been the lack of experienced players in their bench team. When a key player in Arsenal's squad suffered an injury, Arsenal did not have suitable replacements. This is why Arsenal fell behind. Alvarez was a worthy replacement for Haaland in Manchester City's squad. But Arsenal did not have a suitable substitute when any key player in the Arsenal squad suffered an injury. Arsenal's performance was unstbale as a result. This is why Arsenal can't win the title. So I feel the need to add more talented players to Arsenal's squad next season.
Well, this season Arsenal has completed its squad for several lines. Unfortunately, Arsenal has not brought in a player who is a mainstay in the front line as a productive finisher. So, for me Arsenal is not complete if they don't bring in a pure striker in this summer's transfer window. IMO, there are several Arsenal players who should be released in this summer's transfer window. Apart from Nketiah, Fabio Viera cannot be relied on, especially in crucial matches. I hope that before the transfer window closes, Arsenal has brought in a striker who is at least capable of scoring 20 goals in one season. Thus, Arteta has several options for front line players if problems such as injuries occur. In the City camp, TheCitizen lost a player who usually always became Erling Haaland's backup. I don't know Pep Guardiola's plan after Alvarez left, but anyway City has truly competitive players and a coach who knows his team's needs. The competition in the 2024/25 season should be more exciting, but maybe several other teams are targeting trophies and will provide competition for City and Arsenal. we can't be sure yet, which team will show an epic performance in the upcoming season. what is certain, I hope Arteta and Edu get a pure striker that we expect as supporters of The Gunners.
Arsenal's attack isn't quite as sharp as City's - Pep's years of tactical genius show. Arteta's getting there, but he's not at Guardiola's level yet. You're spot on about Nketiah and Vieira - they're not stepping up when it matters. Arsenal's solid at the back and in midfield, but they're missing that killer instinct up front. We need those clinical finishers who can change the game in a heartbeat
But listen, a 20-goal striker isn't the only solution. Saka's our top scorer, but look how many of those goals are penalties. Arsenal has a problem creating chances from open play. We need to tell Edu and Arteta to build a system that consistently produces goal scorers, not just buy one off the shelf
As for City, losing Alvarez is a blow, but Guardiola's a master adapter. He'll find a way to make it work. This season is going to be a tactical battle between the managers