EPL: ‘You’ve made huge mistake’ – Alan Smith to Arsenal over transfer decision
Former Manchester United player, Alan Smith has said that Arsenal made a huge mistake regarding one aspect of their summer transfer dealings. After securing their first Premier League title in 22 years, the Gunners did not become complacent during the summer transfer window, investing nearly £200 million in five new players. Piero Hincapié’s transfer from […] EPL: ‘You’ve made huge mistake’ –…
Former Manchester United player Alan Smith has expressed his disappointment with Arsenal's recent transfer decisions. After securing their first Premier League title in 22 years, the Gunners embarked on a massive summer transfer spree, signing nearly £200 million worth of new talent. Piero Hincapié joined from Bayer Leverkusen, while Ezri Konsa arrived from Aston Villa to bolster their defense.
Illan Meslier was brought in as a backup goalkeeper from Leeds United, with Bruno Guimaraes and Christos Tzolis completing the signings from Newcastle United and Club Brugge.
Despite these additions, Smith believes Arsenal made a significant mistake in parting ways with Leandro Trossard. The player, who transferred to Besiktas for £17 million earlier this summer, is seen by Smith as a major loss on paper. Trossard played crucial roles in important matches and contributed with goals, an aspect that may be hard to replicate by the new signings, such as Tzolis. Smith argues that the transfer window saw Arsenal losing three attacking players, with only Tzolis being brought in to replace them.
Smith concludes that there are valid concerns about the club's recent transfer strategy.
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