The Gunners’ frustration was deepened by local rivals Tottenham Hotspur edging them out in the UEFA Champions League qualification race in May.
Arteta has made it his goal to build a squad ready to make an impact in the Europa League and maintain another push against the top-flight’s big hitters.
Marquinhos and Fabio Vieira have already arrived to add creativity to midfield, with United States international Matt Turner joining as a back-up goalkeeper, but Arteta is expected to bring in more new faces before the season starts.
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Confirmed transfers in
Arteta has completed three signings so far this window, with a pre-agreement over Turner and smart moves for Marquinhos and Vieira at a combined estimated fee of £40.3 million/$49.1m. Gabriel Jesus is also expected to arrive from Manchester City.
Arsenal summer transfers 2022
Confirmed transfers out
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s January departure triggered controversy for Arteta but the Spanish coach has continued his policy of moving on high-earning experienced players.
Alexandre Lacazette was not offered a contract extension and left for Lyon, with French youngster Matteo Guendouzi also heading for the Emirates Stadium exit door.
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New contracts
Following the decision to let Lacazette go, Arsenal have confirmed new deals for two other players out of contract at the end of June.
Mohamed Elneny was rewarded for his impressive performances in the latter part of the season with a new year-long deal, while Eddie Nketiah ended speculation over his future by signing a lucrative five-year contract.
Returning loanees
Guendouzi and Mavropanos both departed after having their purchase clauses activated at Marseille and Stuttgart respectively.
Arteta has recalled William Saliba from a separate loan deal with the Ligue 1 side, and the France international is keen to impress, although Marseille have been tipped to launch a bid to sign him permanently.
