Arsenal head into the rest of the season following the close of the January transfer on the verge of a historic campaign.
The Gunners have built a healthy lead at the top of the Premier League table as they chase a first league title since the Invincibles season of 2003/04.
They’ve looked to the January transfer window to reinforce their squad, too. Arsenal have brought in some established names to help in that title hunt, while they also remain in contention for Europa League glory.
Here’s how Mikel Arteta could set up his team in the second half of the season.
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Arsenal have a lead to protect at the top of the Premier League table and have ventured into the market to secure the strength in depth they need to win the title.
The north London giants had been eyeing up a deal for young Ukrainian forward Mykhailo Mudryk and appeared confident of the signing for most of the month, only for Todd Boehly’s Chelsea to storm in and sign him themselves.
In the wake of that disappointment, Arsenal capitalised on some uncertainty at Brighton to sign winger Leandro Trossard, who had demanded to leave after falling out of favour under Roberto De Zerbi.
That deal was soon followed by the arrival of defender Jakub Kiwior, who impressed at Spezia following his move to Italy in 2021. He’ll provide more competition for William Saliba and Gabriel at centre back.
Arsenal went back to Brighton to ask for Moises Caicedo but found the Seagulls in no mood to negotiate. An opportunity to move for Chelsea midfielder Jorginho arose and the Gunners took it.
GK: Aaron Ramsdale – The England keeper has proven most of his doubters wrong since joining Arsenal and his spot between the sticks was never in danger this month.
RB: Benjamin White – White is enjoying a stellar season at right back, having played centrally during the 2021/22 season. He will continue to battle Takehiro Tomiyasu for the role.
CB: William Saliba – The Frenchman has made an enormous positive impact since becoming a regular in Arteta’s XI.
CB: Gabriel – Gabriel has been in Arsenal’s defence a little longer than Saliba but is now thriving – he even pops up with the odd crucial goal, too. Jakub Kiwior will provide competition following his arrival from Spezia.
LB: Oleksandr Zinchenko – Signed from Manchester City in the summer, Zinchenko has…
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