Arsenal ‘short of numbers’ after £123m spend – Arteta

Arsenal are “short on numbers,” according to Mikel Arteta, and are “looking to improve the depth and quality” of the squad.

The Gunners have completed deals for Martin Zubimendi, Kepa Arrizabalaga, Christian Norgaard, and Noni Madueke for a total of about £123.5 million. They have also been active in the transfer market.

Additionally, they are negotiating a transfer fee of 73,5 million euros ($63,5 million) for Valencia’s young defender Cristhian Mosquera from Valencia.

A transfer has not yet been approved, though Arteta hasn’t ruled out signings to join them in Asia. Arsenal had been hoping to finalize a deal with Sweden international Gyokeres and include him on their pre-season tour.

“I have no opinion on any players who aren’t currently in our group.” When asked about the signing of 27-year-old Gyokeres, Arteta responded, “We will do that whenever we have something concrete to offer any player.”

When asked whether there might be more signings for his 30-man squad while they were away, Arteta responded, “There is still a long time in the window and we are seeking still.”

We are short in terms of personnel, and we need to increase the squad’s depth and quality. We constantly check the market for new things.

Before traveling to Hong Kong to face rivals Tottenham, Arsenal are in Singapore for games against AC Milan and Newcastle.

Arteta said in Singapore, “It’s like shaking the tree once more,” about his new signings ahead of Arsenal’s game against AC Milan on Wednesday.