Young Arsenal star in tears as he reveals Mikel Arteta’s betrayal, despite giving his all to save Arteta’s job.
Mikel Arteta is striving to find the extra edge needed as Arsenal once again fell short in the Premier League title race. Last season, Arsenal collapsed, but this time they pushed Manchester City to the final day. Declan Rice, signed last summer for a club-record fee, made a significant impact, helping the team earn crucial points against their rivals.
With the summer transfer window reopening next month, Arsenal may need to pursue a similar strategy to strengthen their title bid. However, this will be challenging due to the club’s heavy spending in recent years, necessitating a balanced budget.
Attention turns to the current squad and potential departures. Emile Smith Rowe, who once helped save Arteta’s job alongside Bukayo Saka, is one player who might leave. Despite his talent, injuries and limited game time have hindered his progress, with only 345 Premier League minutes this season and 161 the last.
Selling Smith Rowe could create opportunities to sign proven first-team players crucial for a title challenge. Darren Bent commented that selling Smith Rowe could be profitable for Arsenal, acknowledging his past contributions but recognizing his need for regular play.
Smith Rowe last played regularly in the 2021/22 season, scoring ten Premier League goals. The versatile three-cap England star excels at advancing the ball and can play on the left or as a number ten. Given the right team, he could flourish.
Ultimately, it might be the right time for Smith Rowe to leave Arsenal and revive his career, as he will likely attract significant interest.