Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has hinted that the club’s transfer plans may need to be reassessed due to a series of debilitating injuries.
The latest blow came when Gabriel Magalhaes suffered a hamstring injury during Tuesday’s 2-1 win over Fulham, which will keep him sidelined for the remainder of the 2024-25 season.
Injury Woes Continue to Plague Arsenal
Gabriel’s absence adds to an already lengthy list of injured players, including Takehiro Tomiyasu, Gabriel Jesus, and Kai Havertz, all of whom have undergone surgery.
Arteta acknowledged that the injuries could impact the team’s transfer strategy, citing concerns about the ability of players returning from surgery to cope with the demands of a congested schedule.
Uncertainty Surrounding Player Availability
We don’t know how capable those players are going to be to sustain congested periods,” Arteta admitted.
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Let’s see if it affects our transfer plans, but we have to be very conscious of that.
The uncertainty surrounding player availability has significant implications for Arsenal’s summer transfer plans.
Priority Position Remains Unaddressed
One area that remains a top priority for Arsenal is the need for a clinical striker.
With Havertz and Jesus out injured, Mikel Merino has been forced to fill the void, but the team desperately needs a prolific goal-scorer to help end their Premier League title drought.
The search for a top-class striker will likely be a key focus of Andrea Berta’s first transfer window as sporting director.
A Challenging Season Ahead
As Arsenal navigates the challenges of the upcoming season, Arteta will need to carefully consider the team’s transfer plans in light of the ongoing injury concerns.
With several key players set to return from surgery, the team’s ability to adapt and respond to the demands of the season will be crucial to their success.
