Gyokeres role, Nwaneri stars, Ben White dropped – Predicted new Arsenal line up in 2025 – as Arteta set to complete Victor Gyokeres deal by January

Arsenal is preparing for an exciting 2025 season, with substantial changes expected in both the squad and youth academy. According to football.london, the club is looking forward not only to this season’s results but also to the next stage of Mikel Arteta’s ambitious plan.

With this in mind, let’s consider what the Arsenal team might look like at the beginning of next season, showcasing both familiar and new players.

Arteta’s commitment to youth development is clear, and the defense is likely to remain strong, with David Raya expected to garner more praise in his first full season as a permanent player. The right-back position will see fierce competition between Ben White and Jurrien Timber, who has made a strong impression this season, potentially giving him an advantage for next year’s starting lineup. Meanwhile, William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes are expected to continue as one of the top center-back partnerships in the league, if not in Europe.

At left-back, Riccardo Calafiori is anticipated to have improved significantly. However, the depth behind him might be a concern, as Takehiro Tomiyasu, Kieran Tierney, Oleksandr Zinchenko, and Jakub Kiwior could all leave by then. Young talent Myles Lewis-Skelly is expected to emerge in this position, also contributing to the midfield depth, and should not be overlooked.

In midfield, Declan Rice is set to take on the number six role, returning to that position as Mikel Merino rises to a starting spot. By this time, contracts for both Thomas Partey and Jorginho will have expired, creating additional opportunities for Merino. He may face competition from Ethan Nwaneri, who, at 18, will likely become a key part of Arteta’s plans as an attacking midfielder.

The forward line looks particularly promising, as Kai Havertz may find himself vying for the striker position. While Havertz will continue to bring quality and versatility, fans are eagerly anticipating a high-profile striker signing, with Viktor Gyokeres being a strong contender. He will continue to receive support from Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli, and there’s potential for the club to target Nico Williams as another attacking option.