Mikel Arteta makes major transfer demand as Arsenal target ‘fantastic’ Premier League star

The aggressive pursuit of Rogers underlines Arteta’s desire to strike while the iron is hot.

With Pep Guardiola officially ending his legendary decade-long tenure at Manchester City, a massive power vacuum has opened at the summit of English football.

The remaining big six will all be going through a transition phase, with Xabi Alonso set to take over the highly unstable Chelsea, while Liverpool, having just sacked Arne Slot, will also be in a transition phase under a new manager, with Andoni Iraola currently the favourite to take the reigns.

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Man United have been yet another unstable club in recent years, but under Michael Carrick, they have looked the most consistent they have in years. With Carrick now confirmed as the permanent manager, United could possibly have a strong season.

Arsenal on the other hand have been on upward trajectory under Mikel Arteta with the team growing stronger and stronger each season.

The North London side now has a golden opportunity to establish a sustained period of domestic dominance.

By demanding top class talent, Arteta is sending a clear warning to the rest of the division: the Gunners are not planning on letting go of their crown anytime soon.