January 19th 2025.
Former Arsenal player Ian Wright has expressed concern about the team's performance this season, warning the board that if they don't make any new signings during the January transfer window, the Gunners could fizzle out. This comes after their recent draw against Aston Villa, where they let go of a two-goal lead and ended up with a 2-2 scoreline.
Arsenal currently sits six points behind league leaders Liverpool, who secured a 2-0 win against Brentford earlier on Saturday. With Liverpool also having a game in hand, Wright believes that Arsenal will continue to fall behind if they don't make any moves in the transfer market.
After the match, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta admitted that the team is struggling with a shortage of attacking options, as Raheem Sterling was the only senior attacking player on the bench. Wright pointed out that the lack of depth in the squad is evident, with even the substitutes lacking Premier League goals this season.
The former footballer also highlighted the issue of playing midfielder Thomas Partey out of position at right-back, stating that it has not worked well for the team. He believes that the manager needs support from the board and new signings in order to improve the squad and have a chance at competing with the top teams.
Wright also pointed out that the team looks mentally and physically exhausted, and that they desperately need help in the form of new players. He emphasized that if Arsenal wants to stay in the race for the title, they need to make moves in the transfer market before the window closes.
When asked if Arsenal can challenge Liverpool without any new signings, Wright expressed doubt, especially when looking at the team's current form and the lack of depth on the bench. He also questioned the club's past decisions in the transfer market, suggesting that they may have missed out on opportunities to strengthen the team.
In conclusion, Wright believes that the board and the manager need to work together to make improvements to the squad, as they are currently not at a level where they can compete with top teams like Liverpool. He urged the club to be proactive in the transfer market in order to keep up with their rivals and have a chance at success in the league.
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