As the summer sun rises over Europe and clubs begin to dive head-first into the transfer window, splashing big money and grabbing early headlines, Arsenal have chosen a different path. Manchester City are throwing cash around like confetti. Liverpool are not wasting time either. Even Chelsea, for all their past chaos, have jumped in early. But over at the Emirates, the mood is much quieter. Arsenal are taking a slow and calculated route. They are watching. They are planning. They are not rushing.
This summer could define Mikel Arteta’s tenure. This is not just about topping the league again. It’s not just about being close. It’s about finally taking the ultimate step—lifting that Premier League trophy and pushing further in the Champions League. And now, under the guidance of new sporting director Andrea Berta, Arsenal’s approach is being carefully built behind the scenes. But the calm, the silence, and the patience are already raising eyebrows.
At the time of writing, Arsenal’s only real business has been to tie down Gabriel Magalhães with a new contract. That, in itself, is not a bad thing. Gabriel has been a rock at the back. But when other clubs are announcing signings and unveiling new stars, fans want more than just a contract renewal.
Let’s be honest: Arsenal need reinforcements. This squad needs a mini rebuild. It’s not broken, far from it, but it’s not complete. A new winger is needed. A new striker is a must. Another midfielder has to come in. And yes, even a new goalkeeper, especially a solid backup, has been part of the planning.
If players like Thomas Partey leave—as expected now that Jorginho has already gone to Flamengo ahead of the Club World Cup—then the rebuild becomes even bigger. Martin Zubimendi, the Spanish midfielder from Real Sociedad, is the name on everyone’s lips. The deal has been lined up since January. Everyone expects it to happen. But as of now, nothing is official. No shirt holding, no photos, no grinning agent on Instagram. Just silence.
Arsenal are not panicking. That’s not their way. But in a summer like this, silence makes fans nervous. Especially when they look across the fence and see City pulling off big deals with ease.
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But there’s more happening under the surface than meets the eye. Arsenal are, in fact, working on something surprising—a move for Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga. Not exactly the blockbuster fans hoped for, but a necessary piece of the puzzle. With a £5 million release clause, Kepa is a smart, budget-friendly option. Arsenal were also looking at Joan Garcia, but Kepa is at least £10 million cheaper.
Saving money here could mean spending big elsewhere. That brings us to the main event: the striker search.
For more than a year now, Arsenal have had their eyes on Benjamin Sesko. The 21-year-old Slovenian striker at RB Leipzig has everything Arteta dreams of in a modern No.9. He’s fast, tall, powerful, clever with his runs, and clinical in front of goal. There’s something raw about him, something wild, but also a sense of control. He could be the complete forward with the right coaching.
Sesko has grown in stature, and the world has noticed. His performances in Germany and on the international stage have attracted attention from top clubs. But Arsenal are not alone. Clubs are circling. Chelsea like him. So do Manchester United. But Arsenal have laid the groundwork early.
Still, nothing is done yet. Sesko has not been seen on a private jet to London. No medical has been booked. No agreement announced. It’s still in the ‘talks ongoing’ stage.
Arsenal also have a Plan B. Viktor Gyokeres. The Swedish striker, currently smashing goals in Portugal for Sporting CP, has also been under watch for over a year. He is powerful, relentless, and already a more complete striker than many give him credit for. If Sesko slips away, Gyokeres is ready.
Andrea Berta, new to his Arsenal post but known for his transfer skills at Atletico Madrid, is carefully laying down plans. Multiple moves are being prepared. There’s a bigger strategy at play here. It’s not about who gets announced first. It’s about timing. Coordination. Execution.
Compare this to Manchester City. Pep Guardiola has no time to waste. The Club World Cup is on the horizon. He needs a fresh squad and early chemistry. City have already added Tijjani Reijnders and Rayan Aït-Nouri to their lineup. Rayan Cherki has also joined the ranks. Add that to January arrivals like Vitor Reis, Abdukodir Khusanov, and Omar Marmoush, and City’s summer spending is already up to £113.5 million.
Liverpool are not slowing down either. Jeremie Frimpong has already signed. They are pushing hard for Florian Wirtz, a young star who could break transfer records. Milos Kerkez is another name strongly linked to Anfield. It’s all happening, and it’s happening fast.
Even Chelsea, chaotic as ever, have been quick off the mark. Liam Delap is already through the door. They are also chasing Mike Maignan and Jamie Gittens.
Manchester United, struggling as they may be, are also moving. Ruben Amorim has been identified as a managerial candidate. Matheus Cunha is already in. Bryan Mbeumo is on the radar. These clubs are using the early window as a weapon
Meanwhile, Arsenal sit back. They wait. Some might say it’s clever. Others might call it dangerous. The transfer window opens officially on June 16. That’s when things should begin to move more clearly. But if Arsenal don’t act fast, the risk is that their targets get taken away by more aggressive buyers.
But let’s give credit where it’s due. Arsenal’s silence doesn’t mean inactivity. It means planning. Arteta knows what he wants. Berta is learning how to deliver. And above all, Arsenal are not under the same Club World Cup pressure as others. They can afford to take their time—at least for now.
Yet the pressure is rising. Arsenal fans have been patient, but they are hungry. They see this summer as the final step. The season ended with disappointment. Second place. No silverware. Close, but not enough. That pain still lingers. And now, they want change.
They want to see a striker walking through the Emirates doors. They want to see Zubimendi in red and white. They want to feel hope. Real, tangible hope.
Even the Slovenia national team coach recently advised Sesko to avoid joining Arsenal—saying, “Never go there.” A bold and surprising statement, one that’s only added fuel to the fire. Why would a national team boss speak so strongly? What does he know? What does he fear?
Sesko, meanwhile, is keeping quiet. Focused on international duty. Focused on football. But the whispers won’t go away. Arsenal want him. They are working quietly, but they are working. And Berta knows that this could be his defining first move.
If Berta pulls this off, he immediately announces himself. He proves to the fans that Arsenal are still ambitious, still dreaming big. But if the summer drags on, if Sesko goes elsewhere, if Zubimendi doesn’t arrive, the mood could turn dark.
This is a massive summer. Not just for Arteta. Not just for Berta. But for Arsenal as a whole. The gap between second place and first place is a chasm. One or two smart signings can bridge that gap. But only if they come in time. Only if the club acts.
Benjamin Sesko is more than just a transfer target. He represents the future. A new generation. A different style. A bigger threat. Arsenal have built a team with style and substance. But without a proper striker, they hit a ceiling.
Gabriel Jesus has his qualities. Kai Havertz has done well. But neither is the killer in the box. Sesko can be that killer. That’s why this deal matters.
Meanwhile, Arsenal’s rivals will keep spending. They will keep announcing. They will keep pushing forward. And Arsenal must decide: continue the quiet approach or make a loud statement before it’s too late?
The first real sign will come after June 16. That’s when the transfer window officially opens. That’s when fans expect action. And that’s when Arsenal must show that their silence was not weakness—but strategy.
Because if they don’t… if the rebuild does not happen… if Sesko doesn’t arrive… if Zubimendi is delayed again… then questions will be asked. And patience may run out.
But if Berta delivers, if the plan comes together, then maybe, just maybe, this quiet summer will turn into Arsenal’s loudest victory yet
