Arsenal eye Kroupi & Rogers - and a new Arteta deal
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi (left) and Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers had outstanding seasons for their clubs By Sami Mokbel Senior football correspondent Published 26 minutes ago With the plumes of red smoke still fresh in the north London air from Sunday's euphoric trophy parade , Arsenal 's attention swiftly turns to building on their Premier League triumph. If manager Mikel Arteta needs reminding of how a club's rise can quickly be offset by an unexpected nosedive, he need only look at the difficulties Liverpool faced last season. Arne Slot's sacking at the weekend was a year after lifting the Premier League trophy. Arteta, whose powerbase at the Emirates Stadium has increased after leading the club to their first domestic title in 22 years, has a plan in place - and it is now up to the club to execute the Spaniard's summer blueprint. Following Saturday's heartbreaking Champions League final defeat by Paris St-Germain , the Gunners boss said there are some "important decisions" to make in order to take the club to the next level. Here, BBC Sport looks at these key issues in the coming weeks, including a transfer wishlist featuring Aston Villa 's Morgan Rogers and Bournemouth 's Eli Junior Kroupi. New deal for Arteta The priority for Arsenal this summer is to finalise a new contract with Arteta, whose current deal expires at the end of next season. BBC Sport revealed last month that talks over fresh terms were shelved in order for the club to focus on the end of the campaign. With Arsenal 's historic season now over, the process will pick up again during the summer. Nothing is expected to be finalised before Arteta returns from holiday. But it is understood that there was positive progress during initial conversations, amid expectation within the Emirates that it is a case of when, not if, the 44-year-old renews. Despite this, there remains an air of caution at Arsenal , although club officials are fully focused on reaching a final agreement well before the start of next season. Sources have told BBC Sport the new contract, which is likely to be a minimum of three years, would be worth a major increase on his current wages. Arteta earns £10m a season, plus a further £5m upon Champions League qualification. His new contract would make him the highest-paid manager in England following Pep Guardiola's decision to leave Manchester City . Guardiola's deal was worth a minimum £20m a season. Arteta would move far closer to his compatriot's earning power. Recently, Arsenal co-chair Josh Kroenke made clear the club's intention. "Keeping Mikel around is an utmost priority and I think the good news for Arsenal fans worldwide is he's enjoying the project," said Kroenke. With that project centred around Arteta's influence, owners Kroenke Sports Entertainment know they will have to commit significant funds to ensure their manager stays on. And with Arteta's status at an all-time high, the Gunners boss will know
Wow, its exciting to see Arsenal looking forward to another strong season under Arteta! Their focus on talented players like Kroupi and Rogers could really give them a boost. Lets see how they build on their success!
Excited to see Arsenals focus on talented young players like Kroupi and Rogers! With Artetas vision, they could be unstoppable. Lets see how they build on their Premier League title and challenge for more silverware this season. #Arsenal #Arteta #Kroupi #Rogers
Great moves by Arsenal! With Artetas vision, they could truly dominate the league. Lets see how they build on their title and keep pushing for more.
While I agree on building momentum, I worry Arteta might be too focused on short-term success. We need to invest in young talent, not just big-name signings. Lets build a sustainable model for long-term greatness instead of chasing trophies year after year. #Arsenal #YoungTalents #SustainableSuccess
Arsenals pursuit of Kroupa and Rogers raises intriguing questions about their strategy. While these signings could bolster their squad, it remains to be seen how effectively they integrate into the existing team dynamics. The recent Arteta deal seems like a smart move, but how will it play out in the long term? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain - the pressure on all parties will be intense.
Artetas focus on short-term success is understandable, but investing in young talent could be the key to building a sustainable model. Lets not forget, it takes time and patience to develop a team. #Arsenal #YoungTalent #SustainableSuccess
Interests in Kroupa and Rogers show Arsnes adaptability. However, long-term success hinges on more than just signings; its about strategic vision and player fit. Artetas contract is crucial, but true strength lies in the squads chemistry and development. #Arsenal #Strategy #PlayerFit
Artetas vision is inspiring, but we must also ensure he has the resources and support to truly dominate the league. Lets see how he builds on this title and keeps pushing for more. #Arsenal #Arteta #PremierLeague