Arsenal remains competitive in the Premier League title race this season, but that doesn’t deter Mikel Arteta from seeking improvements for the upcoming campaign.
Following the example set by Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City, Arteta understands the importance of enhancing the squad while still performing at the highest level, rather than waiting for a decline in form.
Like City, who have consistently stayed at the top in recent seasons, knowing when to make adjustments to certain areas of the team is crucial for maintaining superiority.
Legendary Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson was renowned for his ability to make timely squad enhancements during his tenure.
While Arteta believes his team is capable of clinching the title this year, he acknowledges the possibility of being outpaced by Liverpool or Manchester City. In such a scenario, he may identify areas for reinforcement.
This may explain why Arsenal is reportedly pursuing highly-rated Dutch international, Jorrel Hato, as reported by The Standard. Currently with Ajax, Hato could become the subject of a heated transfer battle, as the Eredivisie club is eager to secure him with a long-term contract.