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Tom Canton

Mikel Arteta makes transfer promise as late substitutes highlight need for ‘firepower’ guarantee

Arsenal romped to a 3-0 win over Bournemouth and could have won the day by even more goals with greater ruthlessness in front of goal. Mikel Arteta’s team had so much flair and verve about it, mostly due to the arrival of Gabriel Jesus.

The transfers this summer for Arsenal have allowed the team to reach a new level. However, there have been some things shown in the opening three matches that have yet to change in the mind of Mikel Arteta.

There was a reluctance to make an early change in his team. The first substitutions were introduced in the 74th minute of the game. Gabriel Jesus was left on the field with Bukayo Saka, both of whom the coach clearly thought could do with getting a goal.

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