Arteta on Timber's recovery, transfer targets and hunger for another trophy
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Community Shield match against Manchester City at Millennium Stadium (kick-off 15:00 BST). It is big that we want to improve the squad, we want to evolve the squad, in order to achieve.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta provided insights into his players' recoveries and transfer plans before the Community Shield match against Manchester City. Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka, and Martin Zubimendi are expected to be fit for the match as they have been training with the team. Jurrien Timber's recovery is progressing well, but a return before the season's first international break remains uncertain.
Arteta emphasized the importance of Timber and the club's ambition to enhance their squad. While he declined to comment on specific transfer targets, he confirmed interest in England defenders Ezri Konsa and Jarrel Quansah. Arteta expressed excitement about the upcoming transfer window and the players' strong return to form following the summer break.
He highlighted the team's hunger for another trophy, noting the positive atmosphere within the squad.
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