Arsenal have missed out on yet another priority target as the finances become the stumbling block to prevent the Gunners from signing the player they want. Mikel Arteta and sporting director Edu set out clear plans and principles with the market and in the case of Mykhaylo Mudryk, they felt the deal broke those borders they’ve set as a club.
Few cannot see how this strict approach to squad building and recruitment is helping to elevate Arsenal sustainably and successfully to the top of the footballing pyramid. Now eight points clear after the north London derby victory, the squad that has been built has been constructed both outside of the Champions League and within the policy of the club.
However, for some, missing out on Mudryk is a tough pill to swallow in the winter window of a season whereby Arsenal could win the Premier League. However, there is encouragement in what Edu has achieved with the recruitment team in reacting to being priced out or unable to secure the primary goals in the market.
