With the transfer window now firmly closed, full focus shifts to the Premier League and whether Arsenal can pick up where they left off last season and continue their title charge.
Mikel Arteta and his side enjoyed a strong window of business, bringing in four marquee signings overall and splashing the cash on the likes of Declan Rice to give them the best possible chance of challenging Manchester City. But where do these new recruits fit into the lineup moving forward?
LondonWorld has put together Arsenal’s best possible starting XI following their fruitful summer window and with key players back from injury.
1. GK — Aaron Ramsdale
David Raya is waiting in the wings for his opportunity to pounce, but right now the tried and tested Ramsdale gets the nod in the starting 11.
2. RB — Ben White
Returning White to the right-back position is just a sensible move, rather than having Partey in an unnatural position, regardless of how he’s performed during the change.
3. CB — William Saliba
The ever-reliable Saliba has earned his place in the starting XI and fans will be glad to have him back after his late injury last season.
4. CB — Gabriel Magalhães
The Brazilian’s omission so far has been a mysterious one, but as an ever-present figure last season who struck up a strong partnership with Saliba, he deserves his place back in the lineup.