Ranking EVERY Mikel Arteta Signing EVER!

Summary

In this video, the hosts rank and analyze Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta's transfer signings over his tenure. They debate the success or failure of players like Gabriel, Odegaard, Partey, Ramsdale, and others, judging based on factors like value for money, improvement, injury issues, and contribution to team performance. There is disagreement on certain players, but they conclude Arteta has had mixed success in the transfer market, with some big mistakes.

Takeaways

• ⚽ The discussion focuses on ranking Mikel Arteta's signings during his tenure at Arsenal, evaluating their impact and effectiveness.
• 💷 A point of debate is the significant amount of money spent by Arteta on signings, raising questions about the return on investment in terms of team performance and trophies.
• 🏆 The only major trophy mentioned under Arteta's reign is one that was largely attributed to players he inherited, rather than his own signings.
• 👤 Individual players like Pablo Mari, Cedric Soares, and Willian are discussed, with opinions varying on their success or failure at Arsenal.
• 🤔 The signings of players like Gabriel Magalhães and Thomas Partey are viewed positively, highlighting their contributions to the team.
• 🔄 The panel suggests that some signings lack a clear fit or purpose in Arteta's strategy, indicating a possible lack of transfer market strategy.
• 💬 Discussions around players like David Luiz and Willian also touch on their off-field business interests, suggesting potential non-football factors in their signings.
• 🔍 The analysis includes discussions about player adaptability, injury history, and their fit in the Premier League's style of play.
• 🚫 There are criticisms about certain signings, labeling them as mistakes due to their lack of impact or high cost.
• 📈 Positive mentions are made about a few signings who have shown improvement over time, contributing significantly to Arsenal's performance.

Q & A

What are the hosts ranking in the video?

They are ranking every player that Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has signed since he joined the club.

How long has Arteta been at Arsenal and how much money has he spent?

Arteta has been at Arsenal for a while now, feels like over 2 years. He has spent a lot of money on transfers, though the exact figure is not provided.

What was Arteta's first trophy at Arsenal and who helped him win it?

Arteta's first trophy at Arsenal was the FA Cup. Aubameyang scored two goals in the final against Chelsea to help Arsenal win.

What categories are they ranking the players in?

The categories are: Big waste of money, Does the job, Perfect signing.

Where do they rank Thomas Partey?

They rank Thomas Partey in the top tier. They call him a genius player who has been instrumental to Arsenal's successes when fit. But his injury issues have hampered the team.

What do they think about the Ben White signing?

They debate Ben White a bit. One host thinks he lacks a bit of everything, while the others highlight his versatility and value. Ultimately they agree to rank him as 'does the job'.

Why do they criticize the signing of Gabriel Jesus?

They don't actually criticize the Gabriel Jesus signing. They all agree he is a top tier signing who improves Arsenal's attack. One host suggests they still need another striker to compliment Jesus.

What went wrong with the Zinchenko transfer?

Zinchenko was meant to provide experience and know-how for winning big games and silverware. But Arsenal have won nothing since he joined and often lose their heads in big games.

How do they assess Aaron Ramsdale's time at Arsenal so far?

They debate Ramsdale a lot. He has had really good times, helping them reach Champions League. But he has also made some big mistakes recently that could cost Arsenal. They settles on ranking him as 'does the job'.

Why do they call the signing of Matt Turner a mistake?

They think Matt Turner is an awful goalkeeper - the worst in the Premier League. They criticize him heavily and call him a mental keeper.