Arsenal’s squad numbers for Gyokeres, Zubimendi, and Rodrygo as significant changes occur ahead of the transfer window…

Arsenal prepares to assign squad numbers to Gyokeres, Zubimendi, and Rodrygo amid major shifts before the transfer window.

Upcoming changes in Arsenal’s squad numbers for Gyokeres, Zubimendi, and Rodrygo ahead of the transfer window.

Arsenal is preparing for a significant summer transfer window, with potential signings including Viktor Gyokeres, Martin Zubimendi, and Rodrygo, each of whom could fill key positions in the team.

Mikel Arteta has expressed enthusiasm about the upcoming changes, acknowledging that while his team has come close to winning the league in recent seasons, they are currently trailing behind.

Liverpool has taken a commanding lead in the Premier League title race, largely due to Arsenal’s struggles with injuries, particularly in the attacking department.

The need for reinforcements has been evident, and there are strong connections to several players.

Reports suggest that Arsenal is looking to finalize a deal for midfielder Martin Zubimendi, while also seeking a striker, a defender, a wide forward, and a backup goalkeeper.

Among the strikers linked are Viktor Gyokeres and Alexander Isak, with Nico Williams and Real Madrid’s Rodrygo mentioned as potential wide attackers.

In goal, Espanyol’s Joan Garcia has been heavily linked. If these players join, questions arise about their squad numbers, as there are several notable vacancies.

David Raya will don the No.1 shirt, previously held by Aaron Ramsdale, while Ethan Nwaneri has taken the No.22 shirt.

Additionally, there are several ‘regular’ numbers below 40 that remain unassigned, which could be appealing to new signings.

Within the squad, several ‘regular’ shirt numbers below 40 remain unassigned, which may attract interest.

We begin with the most legendary football shirt number: No.10, which has been vacant since Emile Smith Rowe’s departure to Fulham.

This number would likely appeal to any incoming attacking players, including Zubimendi, though we certainly do not need another defender wearing the No.10 like William Gallas.

The next available number is 13, often considered unlucky and rarely used in modern football, typically assigned to the backup goalkeeper.

Neto, currently on loan with the Gunners, has chosen No.32 this season instead.

Following that is the No.14 shirt, historically significant due to Johan Cruyff and closely associated with Arsenal legend Thierry Henry.

It is currently unoccupied and could be a potential option for Isak if the Gunners manage to sign him from Newcastle.

Next is the No.16 shirt, previously worn by players like Rob Holding and Aaron Ramsey, which might suit a skilled central midfielder.

There is then a gap to No.21, which is also vacant but was previously held by Fabio Vieira before his loan to Porto.

His return to north London this summer remains uncertain, as does the fate of Reiss Nelson’s No.24.

The shirts numbered 25 through 28 are all available, and with Raheem Sterling’s move unlikely to be made permanent, No.30 will also be free.

Beyond that, only a few notable numbers are taken, including Riccardo Calafiori’s No.33, Declan Rice’s No.41, and Myles Lewis-Skelly, who has opted to keep his No.49 shirt.