Arsenal: Mikel Arteta acknowledges that some departures will be necessary.

Mikel Arteta expects a busy end to the transfer window at Arsenal. Speaking to the media on Thursday before the match against Coventry City at the Emirates Stadium, the Spanish manager was asked about the need to reduce his squad in the coming weeks. Several players, including Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus, and Ethan Nwaneri, have recently been announced as potentially leaving. Arteta accepts the possibility of having to part ways with some players while emphasizing the importance of transparent communication. “This is a really tough moment. We need to face this reality with total honesty and transparency,” explained the Gunners’ coach.

Arteta believes players need to clearly understand their situation in order to make the best decisions for their future. “These are always difficult conversations, but necessary,” he highlighted. The manager, however, wants to maintain a robust squad to meet the demands of a busy season. The numerous injuries sustained last season have particularly reinforced this desire. “The bigger our squad, the better. But players need to feel valued and important,” Arteta concluded. Regarding Myles Lewis-Skelly, the Spaniard also confirmed that the young defender is indeed part of his plans for the upcoming season.