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Arteta backs Arsenal to become world’s best club

Mikel Arteta targets a dynasty as the Gunners begin their campaign as the Premier League's leading force for the first time in 22 years.

Arteta backs Arsenal to become world’s best club

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has declared his intention to transform his team into the world's premier football club. Arteta's side, already the clear front-runner for the Premier League title, faced off against Manchester City in the Community Shield and emerged victorious. With Manchester City's golden era seemingly over, Arteta sees this as the perfect opportunity for Arsenal to establish itself as a sustained powerhouse in English football.

To achieve this, Arteta stresses the importance of possessing world-class facilities, a formidable stadium, passionate supporters, and an elite squad. The manager acknowledges that Arsenal has not won consecutive league titles since the 1930s, but he aims to break that record and reignite the club's dynasty. The recent loss to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final has undoubtedly fueled Arteta's determination, and he expects his players to rise to the challenge.

Arsenal has already strengthened its roster by signing Bruno Guimaraes and Christos Tzolis, and they remain on the cusp of securing additional signings, including a potential acquisition of Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa and Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez. As the season gets underway, Arteta's ambition is clear: Arsenal aims to claim more silverware this year, starting with another league title.

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