When the summer transfer window closes, what will happen at Emirates Stadium this season?
Was it wise for Arsenal to add more players during the summer transfer window? Supporters of the Gunners will undoubtedly argue about that issue for the next few weeks.
There will be even more discussion about what transpired over the summer and whether it will affect Arsenal’s Premier League standing this season, as we have gone directly from a summer transfer window to an international break.
In addition to Neto and Raheem Sterling, who were on loan from Bournemouth and Chelsea, respectively, the Gunners also acquired Riccardo Calafiori, Mikel Merino, and David Raya, a permanent signing from Brentford. Although Edu helped manager Mikel Arteta address a number of gaps, was it sufficient considering how many fans were pleading for the signing of a striker?
Arsenal had a strong start to the 2017 Premier League season with back-to-back victories over Wolves and Aston Villa.
However, a draw with Brighton just before the international break somewhat hampered their progress.
Declan Rice was sent off for the first time in his career in that 1-1 draw after he foolishly kicked the ball away while Brighton was attempting to take a quick free kick.
Although it was an absurd method of dismissal, legally speaking, it was probably the right one. There are repercussions for that red card.
Arsenal makes the short trip to Tottenham for the North London Derby immediately following the international break. Not with rice. Additionally, they will be without Mikel Merino, who injured himself and will be sidelined for a few months after only recently joining the team.
Given that Manchester City and Liverpool have won all three of their games, that nightmarish transfer scenario might seriously affect them in the title chase.
What could this potentially mean down the road for the Gunners? Had they signed more players, would you say? This time around, how will they do in the Champions League? In our post-transfer window survey, we aim to learn more about all of this and more. Below, you can voice your opinion.