Mikel Arteta has urged the Arsenal board to show ambition this summer by signing Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers, as the Gunners look to build on their Premier League title success. The Arsenal manager issued a clear message after the Champions League final defeat to Paris Saint-Germain, stating the club must make 'important decisions' to reach 'another level'.
Rogers, who can play as a No.10 or on the left wing, is a key target for Arteta, who wants to add more attacking threat and quality. The England star is also attracting interest from PSG, and Villa may sell to balance the books. Arsenal spent £250million last summer on players including Viktor Gyokeres, Eberechi Eze, Martin Zubimendi, Noni Madueke and Christian Norgaard, and will complete a permanent deal for Piero Hincapie.
This summer, Arsenal aim to add quality but also need to trim the squad. Gabriel Martinelli could depart, and there is interest in Gabriel Jesus, though the Brazilian is in no rush to leave with one year left on his deal. Arteta believes deals are there to be done, and his post-final comments suggest he wants a change in style to win more trophies.
Arsenal have a poor record in European finals, with five consecutive defeats dating back to 1995, including the 2006 Champions League final and the recent loss to PSG. Arteta is keen to address this and build on a season that ranks among the club's best.
