The transfer window does not open for another week but plans at London Colney are in full swing.
Arsenal have a clear objective for next season after finishing second in the Premier League table this term. Challenging at the top with Manchester City will be the aim, with their return to the Champions League lining up a thrilling campaign.
Mikel Arteta has no time to revel in his best season in management and is already preparing for a 'crucial' summer transfer window. "At the level we want, no," he told football.london last month when asked if his side were ready to compete with the elite.