Jermaine Pennant has urged Mikel Arteta to deploy Ethan Nwaneri in a central role to try and reignite Arsenal ’s attacking thrust. Dropped points against West Ham and Nottingham Forest have seen the wheels come off the Gunners’ Premier League title charge, with Arsenal now trailing runaway leaders Liverpool by 13 points.

Mikel Arteta needs to make room for Raheem Sterling to start when Arsenal face PSV Eindhoven in their Champions League first leg.

While Arteta’s transfer strategy may seem like a gamble, it is one rooted in a clear vision for Arsenal’s future. By prioritising quality over quantity, tactical fit over marquee names, and long-term success over short-term gains, Arteta is laying the foundations for a sustainable return to the top of English and European football.