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Arsenal cannot rely on luck to bridge gap for clear transfer mistake next season

Arsenal may escape criticism for their clear transfer mistake last summer, but they must take it as a warning.

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 6:15 PM
Arsenal cannot rely on luck to bridge gap for clear transfer mistake next season
Key Things to Know
  • Jamie Kemble argues Arsenal cannot rely on good fortune after failing to adequately replace Gabriel Martinelli.
  • Arsenal signed Bruno Guimaraes and Christos Tzolis in the summer transfer window after Leandro Trossard joined Besiktas.
  • Injuries to Tzolis have forced Noni Madueke and Eberechi Eze to fill in on Arsenal's left flank.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Writer Jamie Kemble argues that Arsenal made a major transfer error by failing to replace Gabriel Martinelli after his summer departure. While Arsenal signed midfielder Bruno Guimaraes and winger Christos Tzolis to replace Leandro Trossard, Kemble contends that the left wing remains understaffed and weakens the front line.

According to the opinion piece, Arsenal may get away with the oversight this season due to Manchester City's struggles and squad depth elsewhere. However, Kemble warns that without signing an elite winger in January or the summer, Arsenal will eventually face consequences in future Premier League and Champions League campaigns.

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