Mikel Arteta has taken advantage of his Spanish connections to enhance Arsenal’s squad by adding young Spanish talent. While they’ve undergone significant change under Arteta’s watch, Arsenal still continue to chase Manchester City for their Premier League crown; competition now seems fiercer with Liverpool becoming increasingly challenging City’s dominance.
Arteta’s Pursuit of Emerging Talent
Arteta’s primary target was Malaga 18-year-old Antonio Cordero. Cordero made headlines this season for scoring six goals or assists in twelve appearances and boasting a market value estimated at EUR2m; making him an attractive option for clubs looking for high quality additions without breaking their budgets.
The battle for Cordero’s signature is heating up, with heavyweights like Barcelona, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Juventus, and PSG showing interest. Premier League giants such as Manchester City, Manchester United, and Aston Villa are also monitoring the situation closely.
Transfer Competition Heats Up
As January’s transfer window nears, Cordero should face increasing competition for his signature from top clubs vying to sign him as they all vie to take their turn at making that final call on Cordero’s career path forward. Cordero should make his decision carefully after considering all available clubs as possible destinations for him next.
Arsenal must address their defensive vulnerabilities to maintain title aspirations, especially as key players return from injury and remain out of action for extended periods. Therefore, Arteta needs a solid strategy in place in the transfer window for strengthening his squad across a number of positions.