Second best in the Premier League once again, a striker is surely a must for Arsenal — but where else might they invest?

Injuries have crippled a squad which Arteta has freely described as “thin”, leaving Arsenal without a recognised centre-forward for most of the campaign’s conclusion. Arteta acknowledged the “need” for more recruits in what he billed as “a very exciting summer”.

Mikel Arteta promised to end Arsenal's five-year trophy drought next season after a 1-0 win against Newcastle secured their place in the Champions League.Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard added: "We can be very proud of what we have done this season,