Arsenal have decided to take firm action regarding the configuration of their squad. Under the guidance ofMikel Arteta , the London club continue to fine-tune their squad to achieve the objectives set this season. Arteta's philosophy is clear: keep only those players who can contribute at the highest level in each game.
The Spanish manager has taken a strong stance regarding certain players who have not met expectations. Mikel Arteta's approach is focused on creating a compact, competitive team capable of fighting in all competitions. This vision has led Arsenal to make an important decision in the transfer market.
Eddie Nketiah , the Arsenal youth-team striker, is the latest to be sold. Crystal Palace have won the bid for the English player, offering £25m plus £5m in variables. The young attacker is looking for more playing time and a role in a team willing to give him the opportunity that Arsenal are no longer offering him.
A necessary exit for Eddie Nketiah
Eddie Nketiah has proven to be a striker with potential, but his time at Arsenal has been intermittent. With Mikel Arteta on the bench, the player has had limited opportunities to establish himself as a main option up front. Competition in his position and the arrival of new signings have reduced his role.
Crystal Palace 's offer comes at a crucial time for the player. The London club sees Nketiah as a suitable reinforcement for their attack and, at the same time, a step up in quality in the Premier League. For Nketiah, this transfer is an opportunity to show his worth in a different environment, with greater regularity and confidence.
The impact of Mikel Arteta's decision on Arsenal
For Mikel Arteta, this sale is part of a wider strategy. The manager is looking for a more balanced team, with players who fit his style of play and the demands of Arsenal . Nketiah's departure reflects Arteta's intention to keep only those who can make the difference in each game.
Arsenal, with this move, gain additional resources to continue their rebuilding process. Meanwhile, Crystal Palace are celebrating having landed a young striker who is hungry for minutes and eager to succeed. The next few weeks will be decisive for Nketiah, who will look to make the most of this new stage in his career.