Arsenal are expected to prioritise strengthening their attack as part of a plan to refresh the squad that came so close to Champions League glory. The Gunners were beaten on penalties by Paris Saint-Germain in the final on Saturday evening after a 1-1 draw following extra time. Eberechi Eze and Gabriel both missed in the shootout, meaning Arsenal fell short 20 years on from their only previous Champions League final appearance, which they lost to Barcelona.
Ambitious Transfer Plans
Despite the disappointment in Budapest, it has been a stellar season for Arsenal, who clinched their first Premier League title in 22 years earlier this month. In the aftermath of the defeat to PSG, ambitious plans have emerged for the summer transfer market to ensure the club progresses under Mikel Arteta next year.
The Athletic's David Ornstein told TNT Sports: "The number nine position is interesting. A penny for the thoughts of Victor Gyokeres tonight, his first season, and he helped them to this final and then was put on the bench. Then the left-sided attack is a big priority for them, and they've been looking at it for a few years, and I think this may be the summer where they really go for something. They've got the options there."
He continued: "They want a six/eight midfielder. They want to strengthen at right-back as well. So when you tally up what they've got to do, you could see that outlay in the market from last summer repeated or even exceeded."
Key Targets
Mirror Football understands that Arsenal are among a clutch of elite clubs hoping to sign Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa this summer. The 23-year-old is capable of playing as a left-sided attacker and a number 10. There has been speculation over both Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard amid talk that Arsenal are keen on acquiring a new left winger for the 2026-27 campaign.
The Gunners spent big last summer on deals for Gyokeres and Eze to bolster their attack, though both players started the Champions League final on the bench, with Kai Havertz scoring Arsenal's only goal after being picked to lead the line ahead of the former.
Four Major Signings
In summary, Arsenal are targeting four major signings: a striker (with Victor Gyokeres under consideration), a left-sided attacker (such as Morgan Rogers), a box-to-box midfielder (a six/eight), and a right-back. These additions aim to build on the squad's success and push for Champions League glory next season.
