Following their painful Champions League final loss to Paris Saint-Germain, Arsenal is gearing up for a significant squad overhaul ahead of the 2026-27 season. Mikel Arteta, visibly disappointed after the defeat, stressed the need for reinforcements that can bring individual brilliance to their collective style.
According to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, the Gunners have already mapped out their summer recruitment plan. Romano revealed on social media that at least three new faces are expected, with the potential for more depending on player departures. A top-class winger tops the list, while reinforcements in midfield and at right-back are also virtually confirmed. The club’s stance on signing a new striker remains fluid.
Arteta acknowledged the squad’s shortcomings in the final, stating that the team must add players capable of making a difference in crucial moments. The focus is on acquiring talents who can elevate the team’s performance and provide the cutting edge that was missing in the final.