Arsenal supporters will need to buckle up and enjoy the journey over the coming weeks, as fans could see the club reach new heights at the end of May.
Mikel Arteta’s side are within touching distance of Premier League glory for the first time in 20 years, needing three more wins to lift the trophy.
However, the Gunners could win their first-ever Champions League trophy in the coming weeks, but they will need to get past defending champions PSG in Budapest.
Whatever happens, huge praise has to be given to the manager’s efforts at the Emirates, and the Spaniard has undoubtedly proven his many doubters wrong.
Success would only improve the club’s chances in this summer’s transfer window, with the possibility of another top European talent arriving in north London.
Arsenal in talks to sign £73m star this summer
Even before the summer transfer window opened, Arsenal were already laying the groundwork for a number of potential reinforcements to strengthen Arteta’s squad.
Former Nottingham Forest midfielder Danilo has emerged as the Gunners’ only option after impressing with his spell at Botafogo.
The Brazilian could be on the move again after the World Cup, with a fee in the region of £35 million being mooted to sign the 25-year-old star.
But he is not the only player they are eyeing at the moment, with Newcastle United star Anthony Gordon also being considered ahead of a summer slot.
According to Sky Sports Germany’s Florian Plettenberg, Arsenal have entered into discussions over a possible move for the winger, with transfer officials indicating that negotiations have taken place as they are “keeping the Gunners informed” about potential offers.
Despite these efforts, Arteta’s side are not alone in the race for the Englishman, with Bayern Munich already in ‘club-to-club negotiations’, with Barcelona and Liverpool also on the list.
Eddie Howe’s side currently value the forward at around (€85m) worth £73m, so signing the 25-year-old would be another big-ticket deal.
Why Gordon will end Martinelli’s Arsenal career
Arsenal’s heavy spending in recent seasons has undoubtedly made them a force to be reckoned with, but the left-wing position remains an area in dire need of reinforcements.
Gabriel Martinelli has recently become the club’s number one option in these departments, but that could very well be the end for the Brazilian this summer.
Arsenal wingers in 2025/26 | ||
|---|---|---|
player | game | the goal |
Gabriel Martinelli | 50 | 11 |
Bukayo Saka | 46 | 11 |
Leandro Trossard | 47 | 7 |
Mr. Maduek | 40 | 7 |
Max Dauman | 12 | 1 |
He has featured in 28 of the Gunners’ 35 league games so far, but has only managed one goal and three assists in that time, well below the numbers expected of a forward.
He has shared starting responsibilities with Leandro Trossard all season, with neither of them having top-level players capable of taking the club to the next level.
As a result, regardless of this term’s success, more quality is needed in a department like this, and the club’s commitment to the transfer market comes as no surprise.
Gordon will undoubtedly provide Arsenal with the talented player they have been looking for, as evidenced by his impressive performance in the Premier League this season.
The winger, who was described as “phenomenal” by former manager Paul Tait, has scored more than six times this season, highlighting his further quality in the final third.
The Englishman’s shooting accuracy means he could provide Arteta’s side with added edge should he make a move this summer.
However, he is also a more creative option than Martinelli in 2025/26, with his 1.3 chances created per 90 being higher than any Brazilian player to date.
His high numbers for completed dribbles per 90, completed crosses per 90 and fouls earned per 90 only further strengthen the argument that Gordon is a better talent than the current Gunners star.
Only 10% of attackers have been fouled more than the English player this season, highlighting the need for opponents to foul their forwards to prevent them from going full tilt.
£73m will be a huge investment for Arsenal this summer, but this is a deal that will finally allow the club to land a much-needed top-level left winger.
Bayern Munich’s interest means the hierarchy will have to work tirelessly to not miss out on his signature, especially against their biggest European rivals.
Martinelli will no doubt feel he is in trouble if Gordon moves to North London, but ultimately it would be the best move for the football club.
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