Arsenal have yet to complete any deals in the summer of 2025. However, if their potential deals are implemented, Mikel Arteta will have a strong squad, thereby ending the waiting period for glory in the Premier League.
For the "Gunners", the Premier League championship has been very close for them in recent seasons. But in the end, that trophy was very far away. Last season was a disappointing campaign and the lack of a number 9 caused Arsenal to lose steam at an important stage.

This problem will be addressed as the Gunners' board continue to support Arteta throughout his tenure. Many of Arteta's contracts have been successful, with players such as Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard becoming the team's pillars.
If they want to beat Liverpool or Manchester City in the domestic arena, Arsenal will need some quality additions. In fact, they have identified their goals and actively negotiated.
Martin Zubimendi is Arsenal's long-term target, while Christian Norgaard is also in the target area. These two players will give the "Gunners" midfield a completely new look.
However, their priority is still to increase their attacking firepower after injuries exposed their weaknesses last season. Arsenal also do not have a true striker, something Liverpool and Man City can be proud of with Mohamed Salah and Erling Haaland.

Benjamin Sesko appears to be Arsenal's first choice after considering Viktor Gyokeres. However, negotiations have not gone smoothly as they seek to complete the deal with the RB Leipzig striker.
The German side are ready to sell Sesko after failing to qualify for the Champions League. However, his salary requirements are too high and could force Arsenal to change their decision. The Gunners are said to have returned to negotiate with Gyokeres, who is determined to leave Sporting Lisbon this summer.
Gyokeres is one of Europe's promising young strikers and has also been linked with Man United. If Arsenal can complete this deal, Arteta's concern for the attack will be resolved immediately.
During the summer of 2025, Rodrygo's name was constantly mentioned for Arsenal. The Brazilian will be a great signing to add star quality to Arsenal.

In the context of Real Madrid continuing to strengthen their squad, Rodrygo is not as valued as Kylian Mbappe or Vinicius Jr. The Brazilian international is not considered to be in Xabi Alonso's long-term plans.
After starting Real's 1-1 draw with Al-Hilal at the FIFA Club World Cup, Rodrygo was left unused in the 3-1 win over Pachuca. That only adds to the rumors as Arsenal are confident they can convince the player to move to the Emirates.
Potential Arsenal squad for the 2025-2026 season: Raya, Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly, Rice, Zubimendi, Saka, Odegaard, Rodrygo, Sesko.