Mikel Arteta has been subtly told the type of midfielder he should bring to Arsenal this summer.
The Gunners priority is to sign a new midfielder ahead of the 2024/25 season with it very likely the addition partners Declan Rice. With that in mind, Claude Makelele has offered his verdict on Rice’s strengths which serves as a subtle reminder to Arteta.
Speaking to wettfreunde.net, he said: “Sure, he could do it (play as a lone six), but it’s always better to have a teammate next to you, especially when Declan goes forward, which he always likes to do.”
“He had a great season at Arsenal and in this knockout phase he too can ensure that England go far.” Gievn his comments, the Gunners someone like AS Monaco’s Youssouf Fofana would be the perfect signing to still allow Rice to bomb forward.