Arteta admits Arsenal want new defender after Dortmund defeat

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has acknowledged that the club is seeking to strengthen its defense following their 3-2 loss to Borussia Dortmund in the Emirates Cup final. Arteta emphasized that conceding "some poor goals" was a collective responsibility and that Arsenal aims to improve with the players they currently have. He confirmed that the search for a new defender will continue and that the right player must be found to significantly enhance the squad.

Arteta also addressed the absence of injured defender William Saliba, who is recovering from an aggravated injury, and midfielder Jurrien Timber, who is weeks away from being fully fit. The manager assured fans that Arsenal is confident in their returning players' readiness for the upcoming season and praised new signing Bruno Guimaraes, highlighting his energy, ambition, and versatility on the pitch.