Mikel Arteta believes Arsenal should be in for the “best players”, amid reports they are interested in a deal for Real Madrid star Rodrygo. Arsenal are in the market for attacking reinforcements this summer and manager Arteta has stressed they need to add “goals” and “creativity” to their squad.

Mikel Arteta is on course for a third successive Premier League runner-up finish with Arsenal, prompting questions about summer recruitment with a view to a title bid next season

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said on Thursday that the club must target top-quality signings to strengthen a squad he admits needs more 'firepower'.