Mikel Arteta is readying himself for a busy summer in the transfer market as he bids to land a new striker. Arsenal will seek to continue strengthening their squad when the 2023/24 campaign ends, regardless of their finishing position.
They currently sit at the top of the Premier League but with Manchester City having a precious game in hand, it remains to be seen if the Gunners can keep hold of it. With only three more match days left, Arsenal do not have long to secure their first Premier League trophy in 20 years. However, if they fail to do so, Arteta has already worked on several plans to bring in key figures to help them achieve their ambitions in 2024/25 campaign.
Here is how Arsenal’s starting XI could look in 2024/25 if the latest transfer rumours are true...
1. Predicted Arsenal XI for 2024/25 season
If the rumours are to be believed, this is who could line-up for Arsenal when next season's Premier League campaign kicks off.
2. GK: David Raya
Loaned for £3 million from Brentford, Arsenal are set to trigger the option-to-buy clause with the Spanish goalkeeper taking on the number one role in place of Aaron Ramsdale. He is set to cost Arteta £27 million.
3. RB: Ben White
White was purchased from Brighton for £50 million in 2021 and he recently signed a contract extension which should see him remain at the Emirates Stadium until June 2028.
4. CB: William Saliba
Purchased for £27 million in 2019, Saliba has fast become one of the most consistent centre-backs in the league and Transfermarkt puts his current market value at £68 million.