Mikel Arteta has struck an ambitious tone in the wake of Sunday's Community Shield rout, telling reporters Arsenal are chasing "something much bigger" than one title and that he wants the club to become "the best club in the world." Arseblog and Sky Sports both carried the comments, with the manager saying the mood within the squad suggests everyone is aligned behind that push as the Premier League proper approaches.
Less encouraging was David Horseman's first game in charge of the under-21s, who lost 5-1 away at Barnet, as detailed in Arsenal.com's report and highlights package. On the injury and form front, the BBC continues to explore whether a refreshed Martin Ødegaard could function like a new signing after a frustrating title-winning campaign, while the New York Times raises the prospect that Gabriel Martinelli, popular but increasingly surplus to requirements, may be sold as Arsenal look to upgrade further up the pecking order. Elsewhere, gossip columns continue to link Julián Álvarez with a move away from Atlético, with Arsenal mentioned as one suitor, though nothing is confirmed. Off the pitch, the club have extended their partnership with Cadbury and confirmed updated squad numbers and ticketing arrangements for the season ahead.
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