Arsenal kicked off their Premier League season with the same dominant form they showed last year, earning a solid win over Wolves. The team appeared composed and in control throughout, securing three points as they aimed for a serious title push.
This summer’s transfer activity for Arsenal has been relatively subdued, with only two new arrivals—David Raya and Riccardo Calafiori. Since Raya was already on loan at the Emirates last season, Mikel Arteta deployed a familiar lineup against Wolves, with Calafiori starting on the bench.
Arsenal had intended to strengthen their midfield further but failed to secure their top target, Martin Zubimendi. Additionally, there have been many rumors linking the club to various strikers, reflecting ongoing questions about Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz’s roles.
**Mikel Arteta on Arsenal Signing a Striker**
Arteta placed his trust in Havertz to lead the attack, and the German player rewarded that trust by scoring the opening goal within 25 minutes. Gabriel Jesus and Leandro Trossard were later introduced to boost Arsenal’s attacking options. Arteta’s remarks after the match suggested satisfaction with the current trio of strikers.
Post-match, Arteta noted, “I have faith in [Havertz], we have faith in [Gabriel Jesus]. Leandro [Trossard] has played in that position as well. So we have different qualities in those roles, and the best thing we can do is trust the players we have and work on improving them. They are incredibly talented and eager to succeed, and that’s where our focus lies.”
**Are Arsenal Making a Mistake?**
There is a growing sense that this might finally be Arsenal’s year to win the Premier League. With recent near-misses and Manchester City weakened by the departure of Julian Alvarez, Arsenal seems set for a strong season.
The signing of Calafiori addressed concerns at left-back, and the team now has top-quality options in almost every position. However, the striker position could be a potential weak spot. Neither Havertz nor Jesus has consistently scored 20 goals per season, and their inconsistency in front of goal might be a disadvantage in a tight title race.
Arteta’s comments suggest that Arsenal may not pursue a major investment in a high-profile striker this transfer window. Whether this decision is a strategic gamble or a mistake remains to be seen, but only time will reveal if it proves to be a wise choice or a miscalculation.
