Arsenal cult hero outlines what the Gunners need ahead of Premier League title defence

 
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Having won their first title for two decades, and with a settled squad, the Gunners are favourites to retain their crown, but aren't just standing still themselves. 

The North Londoners are reportedly about to secure the services of Newcastle star Bruno Guimarães, and he won't be the only new arrival through the door at The Emirates. 

Speaking exclusively to DAZN News thanks to SBR - sportsbook reviews and Kalshi promo providers, the club's title-winner from 1991, Andres Limpar, believes there are still a couple of key areas his old side need an upgrade in. 

"I think, with Trossard departing, Arsenal will look to strengthen on the left side of attack," the Swedish cult hero said. 

"We await to see if Martinelli will depart, meaning a left striker will definitely come in and we have seen Vini Jr linked with Arsenal in an ambitious move, so let’s see if this can come off.

"But if not him, then I am sure Arsenal will look to strengthen in that area of the pitch.

"Then, potentially at centre-back with Saliba injured, Arsenal may look for cover in his absence."

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With or without those additional signings, there's no question that Mikkel Arteta's men head into the new term as the team to catch. 

Each of their rivals has some adjustments to fine-tune following a changing of the guard, and it presents an opportunity for Arsenal to win back-to-back Premier League trophies for the first time in their history. 

Limpar is in no doubt that the Gunners are favourites, but has warned that if one of their rivals do start well, it may not be plain sailing. 

Adding, "I think Arsenal are favourites for the title again, but there are many unknowns with many of the challengers having new managers.

"You saw with Arne Slot that any new coach can look to have success, so Man City, Liverpool, Chelsea and Carrick’s first full season at Man Utd could enable them to be challengers for the title if they start well.

"So it’s key to see how each of these teams start as if they can do well until Xmas, then they become real challengers.

"But yes, Arsenal are the ones to catch after winning the League last year and looking to only strengthen their squad."

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