Arsenal's transfer business conducted in the summer has played an enormous role in their impressive 2022/23 season. The Gunners have transformed from a side failing to see out a UEFA Champions League spot to league leaders within the space of nine months.
Five players were signed before the start of the season. Youngsters Marquinhos and Fabio Vieira arrived with an eye for the future and USMNT goalkeeper Matt Turner came in as Aaron Ramsdale's replacement. But the business completed with Manchester City has been the most impressive.
Gabriel Jesus switched Pep Guardiola's selection roulette to feature as Mikel Arteta's first choice striker and Oleksandr Zinchenko reunited with the Spaniard to offer his invaluable versatility services. The pair's services have played a pivotal role in Arsenal's impressive rise to the top of the table, with some even critiquing City's decision to sanction the deals.
