 Arsene Wenger insists he is 'very happy' with Arsenal's new signings and has backed his former club to challenge for the Premier League title again next season. Arsenal news, exclusives and analysis Sign up Privacy Policy The Gunners came close to winning their first league title since 2004 last season, amassing 84 points from 38 games to finish five points behind Manchester City. Following the promising campaign, Arsenal have bolstered Mikel Arteta's squad with the signings of England midfielder Declan Rice, Netherlands defender Jurrien Timber and former Chelsea star Kai Havertz. The Gunners could strengthen Arteta's squad further before the deadlines closes as they look to sign Brentford goalkeeper David Raya and consider a bid for Ajax star Mohammed Kudus. Given Arsenal's form last season and the transfer activity at the Emirates Stadium this summer, Wenger sees no reason why his former club cannot emerge as Premier League title contenders again next season. Arteta's side face Premier League champions Manchester City in the Community Shield final on Sunday before taking on Nottingham Forest in their opening league game on August 12. 'I feel that Mikel is doing well, making the right decisions, and having an organised team who, for me, can now challenge for the championship,' Wenger told Arsenal's official website. Mikel Arteta will look to mount another title challenge (Picture: Getty) 'We did it last year, let's get over the line this year. I'm confident because last year with eight games to go, I always felt we would do it. 'We invested again a lot this year and strengthened the squad well, so overall I'm very happy with the three signings. We have all the tools to do well and to challenge for the championship.' Wenger, who spent more than two decades as Arsenal manager, recently returned to the club to visit his new statue outside the stadium. Asked how it feels to return to Ar){kind=link}
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Arsene Wenger insists he is ‘very happy’ with Arsenal’s new signings and has backed his former club to challenge for the Premier League title again next season.
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The Gunners came close to winning their first league title since 2004 last season, amassing 84 points from 38 games to finish five points behind Manchester City.
Following the promising campaign, Arsenal have bolstered Mikel Arteta’s squad with the signings of England midfielder Declan Rice, Netherlands defender Jurrien Timber and former Chelsea star Kai Havertz.