Mikel Arteta reveals Arsenal's transfer focus on marquee signing
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 8:10 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Mikel Arteta confirmed Arsenal's aim to improve their starting line-up in the ongoing transfer window. Despite the high expectations, he acknowledged that very few players are available who can immediately contribute to the squad. Arsenal has been linked with Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid and Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain. Arteta emphasized the importance of seizing opportunities to enhance the team's quality and depth. He noted that while speculation surrounds young player Myles Lewis-Skelly, no guarantees on his future will be made as discussions continue.
- •Arsenal looking for marquee signings this summer.
- •Arteta highlights few players can improve the squad immediately.
- •Links to Julian Alvarez and Bradley Barcola in the transfer market.
- •Speculation remains around Myles Lewis-Skelly's future with the club.
- •Arteta stresses the need for quality and depth in the team.
- 8:10 AMYahoo Sports — Mikel Arteta highlights Arsenal’s one priority in transfer window
"Arteta said the bar is high for Arsenal to find players who can improve their starting line-up, amid links with Atletico Madrid’s Julian Alvarez and Paris Saint-Germain’s Bradley Barcola
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