Arsenal’s pre-season preparations are intensifying, and Mikel Arteta could soon have his ideal starting XI ready when the Gunners face AC Milan on July 23 in Singapore — their first major friendly of the summer.
After wrapping up a rigorous training camp in La Manga, Spain, the squad will return to London before heading to Asia this weekend for key fixtures, including clashes against Newcastle (July 27) and Tottenham (July 31) in Hong Kong.
Double Transfer Boost for Arsenal:
Arsenal are on the brink of completing two significant signings that could bolster their attack:
Viktor Gyökeres: A verbal agreement has been reached with Sporting CP for the Swedish striker, with a fee of £54.8 million plus £8.6 million in add-ons. Gyökeres is expected to undergo his medical soon and could join the squad for the Asia tour.
Noni Madueke: The Gunners are set to finalize a £52 million deal for the Chelsea winger. Madueke will provide depth and competition for Bukayo Saka and could also feature on the left wing alongside Gabriel Martinelli, Leandro Trossard, and Kai Havertz.
Arteta’s Tactical Blueprint Taking Shape
These signings could give Arteta the tools to build one of Europe’s most dynamic and flexible squads. With options across all positions, Arsenal can now rotate efficiently across competitions without compromising on attacking threat.
Projected Starting XI vs AC Milan:
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Raya Timber – Saliba – Gabriel Lewis-Skelly Zubimendi – Rice Ødegaard Saka – Gyökeres – Martinelli
Youngster Myles Lewis-Skelly is tipped to feature at left-back, reflecting the club’s commitment to nurturing homegrown talent. The midfield trio of Zubimendi, Rice, and Ødegaard offers a blend of creativity, control, and defensive strength.Upcoming Fixtures:
July 23: vs AC Milan (Singapore)
July 27: vs Newcastle (Singapore)
July 31: vs Tottenham (Hong Kong)
Arsenal fans won’t have to wait long to see the new recruits in action, with the revamped squad set to take shape in these upcoming games.
