When it comes to talking transfers and potential signings, Mikel Arteta doesn't give a lot away. However, it appears that the Spaniard has signalled the green light for Arsenal to sign a new winger this summer.
That's because youngster Omari Hutchinson is expected to go out on loan next season with Championship side Reading showing interest, football.london understands. The 18-year-old has been named amongst the substitutes on eight occasions in the Premier League this season but a new forward - or forwards - coming to the Emirates over the summer could see him struggle to even break into the matchday squad in 2022/23.
Hutchinson has been joined on the first-team bench by fellow academy stars Zak Swanson, Mazeed Ogungbo, Charlie Patino, Marcelo Flores and Salah-Eddine Oulad M'Hand several times due to injuries and a lack of squad depth. Although it has been nice to see them get their chance at senior level, Arsenal must improve the balance of the team ahead of next season.
