Gary Neville Praises Mikel Arteta's Arsenal Squad: "What a team he's built
Arsenal's summer transfer window has been marked by a focus on quality over quantity, and it's clear that the Gunners have built a squad capable of competing at the highest level. Gary Neville, the former Manchester United defender, has praised the Arsenal squad, saying that they have "what a team he has built".
The Gunners' 3-0 win over Coventry City on the opening night of the Premier League season was a testament to the strength and depth of the squad. New signing Bruno Guimaraes was injured, yet Arsenal still had a superb midfield, while players like Martin Zubimendi and Eberechi Eze were among the substitutes. Christos Tzolis also impressed in his first Premier League game for the club.
Neville believes that Arsenal could become unstoppable if they manage to sign Julian Alvarez, whom they have spent the last few weeks trying to bring to the club. "What a squad he has built," Neville said via Sky Sports. "If he puts another forward into that, that would light this place up as you'd have a world-class striker to go with all the world-class defenders and midfielders."
The Gunners have built a squad capable of competing at the highest level, and the former Manchester United defender believes adding another elite forward could take them to another level. Neville's comments highlight the strength Arsenal already possess across the pitch.
Arsenal have already started the season strongly, but they will want to maintain that standard throughout the campaign. Their depth means manager Mikel Arteta can leave quality players on the bench while still fielding a strong starting team. The next few weeks could therefore be important for Arsenal as they consider whether to make another major addition.
The Gunners are reportedly in talks with Manchester City over a potential transfer deal for Alvarez, and Neville believes that securing the services of the Argentine striker could be a game-changer for the club. "They wouldn't just become Premier League title winners; they'd go the next step and win a Champions League," Neville said.
The next few days will be crucial in determining whether Arsenal can complete the signing of Alvarez. If they can secure the services of the 22-year-old striker, Neville believes that they could have the quality required not only to defend their Premier League title but also to challenge for the Champions League. The stakes are high, and the Gunners will be hoping that they can make a major addition to their squad in the coming days.
Source: Yahoo Sports