Gabriel Martinelli, the winger for Arsenal, is expected to be sidelined for over a month due to a hamstring injury sustained during the team’s Carabao Cup loss to Newcastle on Wednesday. Arsenal is already missing striker Gabriel Jesus for the entire season due to an ACL injury, and winger Bukayo Saka is not projected to return from his hamstring issue until at least mid-March. The club’s efforts to acquire a new forward in January were unsuccessful, leaving only Kai Havertz as their recognized striker. Sky Sports News indicated that a bid for Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins was turned down, and there was interest in players like Benjamin Sesko, Matheus Cunha, and Mathys Tel. Arteta mentioned the need for flexibility in their frontline before the cup match against Newcastle. We must ensure that those who are in good shape continue to maintain their fitness. Leo Trossard, Ethan Nwaneri, Gabriel Martinelli, and Raheem Sterling are capable of playing in that role. Let’s examine how everyone is doing in terms of their current situation and competitors. “Eventually, we’ll need to explore alternative approaches.” Arteta expressed his “disappointment” regarding his team’s inactivity during the transfer window. He stated, “Our aim is always clear: we should take advantage of the open window to seek opportunities to enhance the squad with capable players.” “We haven’t accomplished it,” he stated during a press conference. “We’re disappointed in that regard, but we recognize the importance of bringing in a specific type of player, and we need to remain disciplined in doing so.” I believe that we were.
