Arsenal fans are holding their breath – and for good reasons. After finishing as classified in the Premier League for three consecutive seasons, the North London Club is going all-in as never before. With a madness of transfer that is already in a club record shatters, the 2025-2026 season could finally be the moment when the Gunners claim glory. Historically, Arsenal finished only once according to three consecutive years – between 1998 and 2001 – a series that culminated in a championship title in 2001-2002. Now, fans have the courage to believe that history can repeat themselves.
This summer, Arsenal has embarked on its most expensive and aggressive transfer campaign to date. Of the ten most expensive signatures in the history of the club, three – Viktor GyokoKes, Noni Madueke and Martin Zubimeni – were ensured inside the same window. These purchases also exceed the impact summer of 2023 when Denlan Rice and Kai Haverz joined the team.
In total, Arsenal has already spent about £ 200 million of this window, not only on the signatures of the tent, but also to deepen the team. The additions include Mosqueta Cristhian, Christian Norgaard and goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga. And with over a month left before closing the transfer window, other surprises may be coming. This level of investment does not only concern the flash, but it is strategic. Last season he exposed the vulnerability of the Arsenal to the injuries and a lack of depth of the team, which cost them crucial points. Despite a strong goal, winning the last six games, the impeccable race of Manchester City has once again left the heart broken by Arsenal.
Manager Mikel Arte is clearly determined to change it. While some, like the former gunner Paul Merson, have questioned purchases like Madueke (given the domination of Bukayo Saka on the right wing) and Kepa (despite the form of David Raya), the vision of Arte is to build a team with an elite competition in every position. This depth is essential for a race to the title and a deep European campaign.
The extraordinary acquisition is that Gyokker, a natural striker – a position that Arsenal has been missing a constant presence for years. His hat -trick against Manchester City in the Champions League with Sporting Lisbon shot his head and his splendid 68 goals in 66 championship games for the Portuguese team is the proof of the world -level potential. The Gykers could be the Arsenal for the change of game that is necessary for a long time.
Behind the scenes, a great change is also being verified. The new sports director of Arsenal Andrea Berta, former Atlético Madrid, is safely orchestral this transformation. Appointed in March, Berta is already demonstrating why it is one of the most respected operators of football, known for the construction of elite teams with an analysis of clear data and intelligent negotiations. His fingerprints are on every important move that Arsenal has done this summer.
Berta’s track record includes the most successful era of Atlético, with two titles La Liga and two finals of the Champions League. His eye for talent and tactical synergy was behind purchases such as Griezmann, Oblak and Rodri. Now, the fans of Arsenal hope to be able to replicate that magic in northern London. With a balanced and reinforced team and a winning infrastructure under construction, Arsenal’s message is clear: they are not happy with second place. If there has ever been once to win, it is now.
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