During Mikel Arteta’s six-and-a-half year tenure as Arsenal manager, he’s spent some serious cash to try and make the Gunners a force to be reckoned with in the Premier League.

The Gunners have invested over £900m in new additions since his arrival in December 2019, but their spending looks to have finally paid off in recent months.

It allowed the club to finally end their 22-year wait for a top-division title, but such an achievement has increased the demand for success within the fanbase in North London.

Added reinforcements are no doubt needed to fulfil such demands in 2026/27, which could see Arteta’s men land one of the world’s biggest attacking stars this window.

How Arsenal can complete a deal for Vinicius Junior this summer

The left-wing position has been a troubled one for Arsenal in recent times, but such an issue could evaporate if the hierarchy can secure a move for Real Madrid star Vinícius Júnior.

It was reported on Saturday morning that the Gunners are exploring a move to land the Brazilian international who netted 23 goals across all competitions last term.

The 26-year-old, who’s spent the last eight years with the Spanish giants, is into the final year of his current contract, with no deal yet agreed despite months of talks.

José Mourinho’s men certainly won’t want to lose the Brazilian international on a free transfer next summer, which could increase the chances of Arteta’s men landing the forward.

He will still no doubt cost a pretty penny, but such a move would see the Gunners land the world-class left-wing talent they have been hunting for in recent years.

Vini Jr has registered 20+ goals in each of the last five campaigns, which has seen him win the Champions League on two separate occasions in Madrid.

Winning such a trophy will certainly be the next goal for Arsenal after falling at the final hurdle last term - but a move for the elite-level star would increase their chances tenfold.

How Arsenal can seal a signing who would be perfect for Vini Jr

Given the stature of the Brazilian attacker, it’s no surprise to see Arsenal supporters get excited about the possibility of landing the 26-year-old this summer.

However, it’s not stopped the hierarchy from continuing to target other areas of the senior squad to try and aid Arteta in his chances of retaining title glory next term.

As a result, work continues to be put in place to secure a move for long-standing target Bruno Guimarães from fellow Premier League side, Newcastle United.

Football Insider have provided the latest on the pursuit of the 28-year-old, stating that talks are continuing 'every day' between the player’s representatives and the Gunners over a move that could cost £70m plus.

They also claim Newcastle are reluctant to offload their captain this summer, but the player himself has stated his desire to join the Gunners - which could lead to a potential move to the Emirates.

The Brazilian has been a constant target for Arteta’s men over recent years, but it finally appears as though a move is heading in the right direction this window.

Such a move would be the perfect settler for Vinicius this summer, as the pair starred together for their nation during the recent World Cup in the United States.

Despite getting knocked out in the Round of 16 by Norway, the aforementioned duo managed to star together - with the Real Madrid star netting four goals at the tournament.

50% of his efforts were set up by Guimaraes, which could see the duo star alongside one another in Arsenal’s hunt to retain their Premier League title next term.

The midfielder’s stats in England’s top-flight from last season further demonstrate his quality and showcase why he can help his compatriot succeed in North London.

The Magpies star produced an impressive tally of 1.7 chances created per 90 throughout 2025/26, with such a figure ranking him in the top 15% of players in Europe’s top-five leagues.

He also made an impressive tally of 5.8 passes into the final third per 90, which could also allow Vini be the beneficiary of added opportunities in front of goal upon any move to the Emirates.

Guimaraes’ tally of five assists further demonstrates his ability to be a constant threat to the opposition - backing up Sam Parker’s claim that he’s already a “world-class” talent.

Should both players move to North London this summer, there’s little denying that Arsenal will enter the new campaign as firm favourites to win the Premier League title once again.

Whilst they would both cost a pretty penny, they are the calibre of player needed within Arteta’s side if the Gunners are to reach the next level throughout 2026/27.