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Arsenal transfer window reviewed with focus on long-term impact

Recruitment reshapes squad

It always takes time to judge a transfer window properly. A summer that looks impressive on paper can later appear misguided when the matches begin. For Arsenal, the recent recruitment drive carries clear ambition. Martin Zubimendi, Viktor Gyokeres, Eberechi Eze and Piero Hincapie are all established internationals who raise the quality of the starting XI. The additions of Kepa Arrizabalaga, Christian Norgaard, Noni Madueke and Cristhian Mosquera provide essential depth, ensuring Mikel Arteta now has greater options across the pitch.

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Yet there is another side. Arsenal were unable to secure major outgoings that might have balanced the books. Oleksandr Zinchenko, Karl Hein, Reiss Nelson and Fabio Vieira all remain, while Albert Sambi Lokonga’s move to Hamburg was completed for less than €300,000. In a summer of lavish spending, those smaller deals underline where improvement is required.

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Arteta gets what he asked for

For managers, the greatest value of a transfer window is when their demands are met. In this case, eight new signings show Andrea Berta’s early work as sporting director has directly supported Arteta’s plans. With more quality at his disposal, the responsibility now shifts towards the manager to translate these resources into trophies. Arsenal have the personnel to compete on multiple fronts, but only success on the pitch will validate the outlay.

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January possibilities

With such squad depth, January is unlikely to be about fresh arrivals. Arsenal typically use the winter market for remedial action when injuries force decisions. Outgoings might be more significant. Should Gabriel Jesus demonstrate full fitness, he could be among those considered for sale to raise funds. Otherwise, continuity rather than change is expected.

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Spending and sustainability

After a net spend surpassing £250m, questions remain over how this level of investment can be maintained. Arsenal went big this summer, but further large-scale recruitment will require a more effective approach to player trading. Improving profits from sales is no longer a secondary concern, it is central to sustaining progress. The window delivered quality, but the financial balance sheet is still to be resolved.