Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said the club may sign additional players before the summer transfer window closes on Aug. 31 [3].
This move comes as the club seeks to maintain its momentum following a trophy win, signaling that the current squad is not yet finalized for the upcoming season.
Arteta said to reporters Sunday at Wembley Stadium after Arsenal defeated Manchester City 1-0 [1] to win the Community Shield [1]. The victory provides the team with early silverware and a psychological edge heading into the league campaign.
While the manager expressed satisfaction with the current roster, he indicated that the club remains active in the market. "We’re happy with the squad we have, but we’ll keep looking for the right signings to strengthen us for the season ahead," Arteta said [2].
The manager said that the club is following a specific strategy for the remaining two weeks of the window. "We have a plan and we’ll be looking to add a few more fresh faces in the final weeks of the window," Arteta said [3].
Arteta said that the win at Wembley serves as a catalyst for the team's final preparations. "The win gives us a great platform, and now we can focus on finishing the business on the transfer front," Arteta said [4].
Arsenal has historically used the final days of the window to secure opportunistic targets. With the deadline approaching on Aug. 31 [3], the club now has a clear window to identify specific gaps in the squad based on the performance seen during the Community Shield match.
“"We have a plan and we’ll be looking to add a few more fresh faces in the final weeks of the window."”
By confirming interest in new signings despite a trophy win, Arteta is signaling that Arsenal does not view its current depth as sufficient to secure a league title. The emphasis on 'fresh faces' suggests a desire for competition in specific positions, ensuring the squad can handle the physical demands of a full season without a drop in quality.
