According to The Guardian Football, Arteta echoed the sentiments of former manager Arsène Wenger, who once said, "We live in a society of 'news'." This refers to the obsession with new signings and the pressure to constantly add fresh faces to the team. Arteta believes that fans should appreciate the team's existing strengths, including the depth and quality of the squad, rather than focusing on what is missing.
The Arsenal manager pointed out that the team has added several high-profile players this summer, including Bruno Guimarães and Ezri Konsa, and that the squad is stronger now than it was at the end of last season. Arteta also acknowledged that the team has lost several key players, including Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus, but emphasized that the departures were difficult to fault and that the team has enough to compete.
Arteta's comments come as the team prepares to face Chelsea at home on Sunday, with the manager urging fans to focus on the team's existing strengths rather than dwelling on what is missing. The team's performance in the transfer window has been a topic of debate among fans, with some expressing disappointment at the lack of a high-profile signing.