Arteta has slowly conducted rebuild in North London, with only seven players he inherited from Unai Emery’s squad still at the club. Last summer, Arsenal have spent a mind-blowing£150 million ($204m) inBen White, Martin Odegaard, Aaron Ramsdale, Takehiro Tomiyasu, Albert Sami Lokonga, and Nuno Tavares.

That speaks volumes of the trust Arteta has been given to spend. And the results seem to prove him right, as all those signings have been a great addition this season. According to The Sun, the club’s hierarchy will allow Arteta to execute another splash for the 2022-23 to get three players.

Report: Arsenal prepare $245mmoves next summer

Arteta may have carried out a necessary clearout at the Emirates, with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang leaving for Barcelonathe latest departure. But that has seen theGunners’ rostersuffer a huge downsize,which is why new faces might be needed come July.

The report claims that Arsenal will set their sights on three names to boost their squad. Alexander Isak of Real Sociedad, Dominic Calvert-Lewin of Everton, and Ruben Neves of Wolves are understood to be the key targets.

Arsenal will probably need a reinforcement in the attack, considering thatAlexandre Lacazette and Eddie Nketiah‘s contracts areup in the summer in addition to the fact that Aubameyang has just left the club. But these three targets wouldcome at an expensive cost.

Isak, 22, has a release clause of $102million, while the Toffees wouldn’t let Calvert-Lewin leave for less than $80 million, and Wolves would demand around $60 million for Neves. It would require Arsenal to make a big financial effort, but maybe it’s the price to pay to get back to the top.

However, these intentions may also depend on how they finish the current season. Arsenal are currently sixth in the Premier League with 36 points with two games in hand over West Ham (5th) and one on Manchester United, who hold the 4th spot – which grants a UEFA Champions League berth.

In his second full season at the helm of the Arsenal, Mikel Arteta knows it’s time to take the team to the next level and in order to do that, he’s trying to create a culture based on discipline and hard work. And no player, no matter the name, will be allowed to disobey the rules.

It looks like Aubameyang’s late return from a holiday didn’t sit well with the boss, as the Gabonese has been kept on the sidelines since the Gunners’ defeat to Everton on Dic. 6. And according to reports, he may not return anytime soon as Arteta is apparently eyeinga number of strikers to replace him.

Report: Mikel Arteta eyes four strikers to replace Aubameyang at Arsenal

According to James Olley ofESPN, Arteta has a shortlist of strikers in mind while Aubameyang continues separated from the squad. Ollie Watkins, Alexander Isak, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, and Dusan Vlahovic are reportedly among his options.

But, even thoughArsenal have spent big money last summer, the Gunners boss apparently acknowledges many of these could turn out to be very expensive targets, especially for Isak and Vlahovic.

The report claims Arteta is a huge admirer of Watkins but no contact has been made so far, as the Aston Villa forwardwould be on his radar for next summer. However, with Aubameyang’s future hanging by a thread, the North London club would listen to offers in the winter transfer window.

The Italian manager, who left Everton to begin his second stint atSantiago Bernabeu, knows the forward very well from his time in Merseyside and according to Daily Mail and ESPN, he has called him to discuss a possible move to the Spanish giants.

Ancelotti has a big challenge ahead of him looking to leadMadrid to glory after a trophyless 2020/21 season. Mbappé’s future is up in the air but PSG seem reluctant to sell him now and they also set an unaffordable price tag for Madrid. Therefore, Richarlison could emerge as one ofthe alternatives to the Frenchman.

Richarlison (Everton)

The 24-year-old forward has quickly become an important asset for the Toffees while he shone with the Brazilian national team, winning the Copa America 2019. Richarlison played a pivotal role during Ancelotti’s tenure at Goodison Park, so it’s no surprise that the Italian boss considers him for his new Real Madrid.

However, Richarlison is under contract with Everton until 2024 and according to Transfermarkt, his market value is $60.50 million, turning him into an expensive alternative for Los Blancos. The Spanish side will probably need to spend anyways if it seriously wants to give aboost to its squad.

Raheem Sterling (Manchester City)

Often criticized over the last months, Raheem Sterling stepped up in Euro 2020 and has been a complete standout in England‘s campaign towards the final. Real Madrid have been interested in him for months and this could be the moment in which they finally make a step forward to sign him.

Reports from England state that Sterling is unhappy for being involved in a potential operation to sign Harry Kane and that he might consider leaving the Etihad after six years. Still, Man City and Pep Guardiola are reportedly unwilling to sell Sterling, while his transfer fee would be nearly $100 million.

Alexander Isak (Real Sociedad)

The 21-year-old Sweden international has been linked with Real Madrid over the last few weeks. According to Spanish outlet As, Los Blancos have held talks with Alexander Isak’s representatives to inquire about his situation.

Isak is under contract at Real Sociedad until 2026 and has a release clause of €70 million ($83 m). At 21 years of age, Isak’s future seems brightand he already has La Liga and international experience. Still, if Madrid want to sign him, they’ll probably have to pay directly the €70 million clause as Real Sociedad have no intentions of letting their young star leave.