- Wayne Rooney believes Arsenal's important decision in the summer will cost the English Premier League title this season
- Mikel Arteta and the Arsenal squad are currently facing a serious problem, as they have no major attackers available
- Arsenal have successfully defended the UEFA Champions League quarter -finals with a comfortable victory over PSV Eindhoven
Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has taken into account Mikel Arteta's time as Arsenal manager, showing what he believes is the Spaniard's biggest mistake.
While acknowledging the development of Arsenal Under Arteta, Rooney suggested that an important decision could have prevented the team's ability to win the Premier League title.
Wayne Rooney and Mikel Arteta both had a prominent life in British football, with Rooney scoring Manchester United and Arteta in Arsenal.
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Rooney shows Arteta's errors
The former United striker has discovered Arteta's “big mistake” as Arsenal manager not to register a new striker during the summer registration window.
According to The Mirror newspaper, Rooney believes that getting the number 9, capable of scoring 20-30 goals a season, is important for winning the crown. He suggests that handling this position should be Arsenal's priority in the next registration window.
Rooney recognizes the difficulty of finding the best players at a reasonable price during the January registration window, suggesting that summer provides a great opportunity for great registration.
“Not getting a striker in the summer was a big mistake, I think. Finding players in January is always difficult. It's hard to find the best players at the right price.
He also emphasizes that although Arteta has the option of using nine falsehoods, a natural striker is important for a team aimed at competing with high respect.
“Whoever is coming [kama mkurugenzi wa michezo]Arsenal's priority must be number 9. Mikel Arteta can play nine false, but that is the priority.
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Arsenal injuries have frustrated the Premier League title
Arsenal have faced major obstacles to injuries, affecting major attackers.
Bukayo Saka He suffered a thigh injury on December 21, 2024, during a major league clash against Crystal Palace, thus making him out for 16 matches.
Gabriel Jesus suffered a knee injury in the FA Cup match against Manchester United on January 12, 2025, and he is likely to take part again this season.
Gabriel Martinelli suffered a thigh injury in the EFL Cup against Newcastle United on February 5, 2025, without a confirmed schedule for his return.
As with Skysport, Kai Havertz suffered a thigh muscle injury during practice on February 9, 2025, and is expected to miss the remainder of the season.
These injuries have further reduced Arsenal's attacking column, posing challenges in their campaign.
The relationship between Rooney and Arteta
Wayne Rooney and Mikel Arteta have a professional relationship formed by their time in the Premier League, though they never became fellow players.
They played against each other several times, especially when Arteta was Everton And Arsenal, and Rooney was Manchester United.
They both later turned into managers, with Arteta taking on Arsenal and Rooney in charge of clubs like Derby County, DC United, and Birmingham City.
Although they have never worked together, Rooney has repeatedly shared comments on Arteta's management decisions, as shown in his latest comments about Arsenal's demand for the striker.
Who may have met Arsenal after a heavy victory over PSV Eindhoven
TUKO.co.ke focused on Arsenal's potential quarterfinals in the UEFA Champions League following their victory over PSV Eindhoven.
Arsenal can face fierce competition in the quarter-finals, with strong clubs like Real Madrid By Atlético Madrid, both known for their good playing in the European stage.
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