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Mikel Arteta Contemplates Selling Star Midfielder

  • Mikel Arteta reportedly contemplating doing the unthinkable in the summer.

  • According to reports, that may include having to let star midfielder, Thomas Partey go in the transfer window.

  • Report also states Arteta may be favoring a squad rebuild.

EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a bid to revamp his team’s midfield, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is contemplating the sale of midfielder Thomas Partey, according to recent reports.

Despite a commendable campaign, Arsenal narrowly missed out on the league title, with a faltering end to the season leaving Arteta eager to rebuild ahead of the upcoming season.

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Arteta recognizes the need for significant reinforcements, particularly in the midfield, to bolster Arsenal’s prospects for the future. Among his primary targets for midfield reinforcement is West Ham United captain Declan Rice, a player who has caught Arteta’s attention with his impressive performances.

Additionally, West Ham has been linked with potential moves for Brighton’s Moises Caicedo and the prospect of securing Ilkay Gundogan, who is set to become a free agent this summer.

These potential signings may replace Arsenal’s Granit Xhaka, who is expected to complete a £15 million move to Bayer Leverkusen.

However, Granit Xhaka might not be the only key player departing the North London club this summer, as recent reports from The Mirror suggest that Thomas Partey is also under consideration for a potential departure.

Thomas Partey

Turning 30 next month, Partey’s form experienced a significant dip during the crucial run-in towards the end of the season. This drop in performance has further reinforced Arteta’s belief that the midfield requires some adjustments and modifications during the upcoming summer transfer window.

Mikel Arteta’s determination to strengthen the midfield indicates a proactive approach to ensuring Arsenal’s competitiveness in the forthcoming season.

With an eye on potential targets such as Declan Rice, Moises Caicedo, and Ilkay Gundogan, Arsenal fans eagerly await the club’s transfer activity as they anticipate a revitalized squad for the upcoming campaign.

FURTHER READING

The potential departure of Thomas Partey, alongside Granit Xhaka, would mark a significant shift in Arsenal’s midfield dynamics, setting the stage for an exciting and transformative summer at the Emirates Stadium.

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