Arsenal's difficult season went from bad to worse with their shady involvement in the European Super League plot which blew up in smoke earlier this week.
Their inclusion would no doubt have heralded a much-needed cash boost ahead of the summer transfer window, but the club will still be seeking new additions, if with a smaller kitty to play with.
Mikel Arteta must first try and offload some of the deadwood in his squad to raise some extra funds, with several players surplus to requirements.
And the Spaniard will certainly have his eye on various targets already, with rumour mill beginning to turn before the season's conclusion.
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