IT was another season of so close yet so far for Arsenal. The Gunners believed this was the year they were going to end their 20-year wait for a league title - but inevitably Manchester City fought back to make history as the first team to win it four times in a row. Both Arsenal and Pep Guardiola's machines failed to win just ten games in the Premier League this season.
But with two points in it, the title will stay at the Etihad for another year. Mikel Arteta bolstered his side last summer with the arrival of Declan Rice and perhaps Arsenal are just a few more key signings away from ending City's dominance. Ahead of a huge transfer window, SunSport take a look at which members of the squad should stay or be sold this summer.
DAVID RAYA – STAY Initial doubts arose when he replaced Aaron Ramsdale, but he has since proven himself to be a world-class keeper with all the attributes needed for Arteta’s way of playing. Arsenal are expected to make his initial £3m loan spell permanent for £27m this summer with a view to being their long-term No.1.
BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER S AARON RAMSDALE – GO Unfortunate to be cast aside by Raya, but is now looking for a move to become a regular No.1 elsewhere, especially with his aspirations of one day starting in goal for England. Chelsea and Newcastle are interested , but negotiations over the 26-year-old’s valuation are ongoing, having joined from Sheffield United in 2021 for £30m.
A look at five of the key mome.