Arteta Builds Arsenal with a Strict Approach That Begins to Bear Fruit

A report in the British newspaper The Independent suggests that Arsenal, under the leadership of Mikel Arteta, has become a team built on "methodology" rather than individual inspiration. The club relies on a long-term project based on careful planning and gradual development instead of quick fixes.

This approach is presented as the key factor in the team's reaching the UEFA Champions League final and winning the English Premier League title after more than two decades of attempts.

The article indicates that Arteta's philosophy initially relied on strict decisions, including letting go of big names and hefty salaries like Mesut Özil and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, in favor of building a young, organized team.

Over time, Arsenal returned to signing experienced players from major clubs with the aim of balancing the squad, such as Kai Havertz, Jorginho, Gabriel Jesus, and Oleksandr Zinchenko.

The report also highlights that Arteta is known for his strict continuous assessment, as he does not hesitate to replace players or adjust positions even if they are regular starters, such as Aaron Ramsdale's reduced role in favor of David Raya, or ongoing defensive changes to enhance quality and depth in the lineup.

This approach has allowed Arsenal to have "two almost equally strong teams" in terms of strength, not just a single starting lineup.

The article concludes by noting that Arsenal's European development has also been gradual, from the quarter-finals to the semi-finals and now reaching the current final, reflecting the idea of "continuous improvement" in Arteta's project.

The report suggests that this systematic approach might be what the club needs to surpass Paris Saint-Germain and achieve its first Champions League title in history.