Arteta says Arsenal will seek new players in January after injury woes
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed the club is planning to pursue new signings during the January transfer window. The squad has been hit by a series of injuries, affecting key players across different positions. Despite significant investment in the summer, the team continues to struggle with fitness issues. Arteta emphasized the need to stay prepared and monitor the situation closely as the season progresses.
Match highlights
- Mikel Arteta stated Arsenal will be actively looking for signings in the January transfer window due to ongoing injury problems.
- The club spent around £250m in the summer, bringing in eight new players, but injuries have continued to disrupt the squad.
- Key players including Kai Havertz, Martin Odegaard, Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli, Noni Madueke, and Max Dowman have all missed games.
- Defensive injuries led to Declan Rice playing at right-back in a recent 2-1 win over Brighton, with Jurrien Timber and Riccardo Calafiori unavailable.
- Arteta said Arsenal will monitor the situation and be prepared to act if further problems arise.
