Arsenal predicted lineup for 2023-24 season

Published at :August 8, 2023 at 11:56 PM

Modified at :January 13, 2024 at 5:32 PM

Declan Rice has been the biggest addition to the team

Arsenal enjoyed an excellent 2022-23 season under the leadership of Mikel Arteta. The Gunners finished second in the league last term, just five points behind champions Manchester City. Arteta is currently working on bringing reinforcements to his squad to challenge again for the Premier League title next season.

The North London club has already landed huge players like Jurien Timber, Declan Rice and Kai Havertz from Chelsea this window. Based on the players Arsenal have signed with and are likely to sign, here’s how they could line up during the 2023-24 season.

Arsenal formation: 4-3-3

Goalkeeper – Aaron Ramsdale

Aaron Ramsdale has established himself as a regular starter in Arsenal’s starting XI since joining from Sheffield United during the summer window of 2021. He has played 72 Premier League games for the Gunners thus far, keeping 26 clean sheets. Ramsdale is expected to keep playing for the North London club next season.

He was not a much-anticipated signing, as many people had their doubts about whether Arteta was getting the right man for the job, but now he is one of the best keepers in the league. He pulled off some of the best saves last season and was their wall at the back, surely one of the permanent names on the sheet.

Right-back – Ben White

Eyebrows were raised when Arsenal spent £50 million to sign Ben White from Brighton & Hove Albion in 2021. However, he proved everyone wrong and is currently among the best defenders in the Premier League. The England international is likely to be the Gunners’ first-choice right-back next season.

He’s made 1.76 tackles and 0.62 interceptions for every 90 minutes he’s been on the pitch. White is also racking up about 2.17 clearances at the same time. Looking into the passing aspect of the game, White passes the ball roughly 56.77 times during a game, with a pass completion rate of 86.56%.

Centre-back – William Saliba

William Saliba was among the Premier League’s best defenders last season. The Frenchman played 33 games across competitions during the 2022–23 season, helping keep 13 clean sheets. He will have the massive responsibility of marshalling the Gunners’ backline next season.

Looking into the passing aspect of the game, Saliba passes the ball roughly 69.10 times during a game, with a pass completion rate of 91.21%. He’s made 1.27 tackles and 0.71 interceptions for every 90 minutes he’s been on the pitch. Saliba is also racking up about 3.05 clearances at the same time.

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Centre-back – Jurrien Timber

Arsenal signed the highly in-demand Ajax player and defender Jurrien Timber this transfer window. The Netherlands international is among the most promising defenders in Europe. He helped the Amsterdam outfit win two league titles and was also crowned Eredivisie Player of the Year in the 2021–22 season.

His arrival will be a massive boost for the Gunners as they look to challenge Manchester City again for the Premier League title next season. He passes the ball roughly 80.29 times during a game with a pass completion rate of 89.94%, and his clearances and tackles last season put him among the top-three defenders in the Eredivisie.

Left-back – Oleksandr Zinchenko

Oleksandr Zinchenko has enjoyed an excellent 2022–23 season with the Gunners after joining from Manchester City last summer. He played 27 Premier League games last term, scoring one goal and assisting two more.

Zinchenko will compete with Kieran Tierney for the left-back position next season, but his fluidity and game sense make him ideal for his position. Zinchenko passes the ball roughly 71.67 times during a game, with a pass completion rate of 87.89%.

Central midfielder – Declan Rice

Arsenal predicted lineup 2023-24 season — Arsenal added Rice, Havertz and Timber in summer 2023

The Gunners are reportedly spending huge cash to get their target and are finally signing Declan Rice from West Ham United. The England international is currently among the most talented midfielders of his generation, and his arrival will be a massive boost for the Gunners.

Rice passes the ball roughly 55.86 times during a game, with a pass completion rate of 88.46%. He also plays 1.01 key passes each game, which leads to significant scoring chances. Coming from winning the UEFA Conference League with his club was just the perfect farewell to the fans and a perfect motivation to get the ball rolling with his new club.

Central midfielder – Martin Odegaard

Martin Odegaard enjoyed an excellent 2022–23 season with the Gunners. He played 37 Premier League games last season, scoring 15 goals and assisting seven more. Odegaard won the ‘Arsenal Player of the Season’ award for his exploits in the 2022–23 season.

The Norway captain will look to continue his excellent form next term. Martin Odegaard’s goals scored per 90 minutes are 0.43. Moreover, Martin Odegaard’s total G/A (goals plus assists) is 22 for this season. Odegaard passes the ball roughly 48.00 times during a game, with a pass completion rate of 84.11%.

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Central midfielder – Kai Havertz

Kai Havertz joined Arsenal from Chelsea earlier this transfer window. The Germany international played 35 Premier League games last season, registering seven goals and one assist (five of the seven goals were scored at home, while he scored two goals in away games).

His creativity will be key for Mikel Arteta’s side next season. Of the 60 shots, 31 were on target, and the other 29 were off target. Havertz passes the ball roughly 30.47 times during a game, with a pass completion rate of 82.73%. He also plays 1.30 key passes each game, which leads to significant scoring chances.

Left-wing – Gabriel Martinelli

Gabriel Martinelli impressed one and all with his performances last season. The Brazil international played 36 league games during the 2022–23 season, scoring 15 goals and registering five assists. Martinelli was nominated for the ‘PFA Premier League Young Player of the Season’ award.

Mikel Arteta will hope the youngster continues his progress next season. Martinelli’s goals scored per 90 minutes are 0.48. Moreover, Gabriel Martinelli’s total G/A (goals plus assists) is 20 for this season. Martinelli passes the ball roughly 31.35 times during a game, with a pass completion rate of 82.40%. He also plays 1.89 key passes each game, which leads to significant scoring chances.

Arsenal predicted lineup for the 2023-24 season

Right-wing – Bukayo Saka

Bukayo Saka is currently among the most talented wingers in the Premier League. The 21-year-old attacker played 38 league games during the 2022–23 season, scoring 14 goals and assisting 11 more. He also won the ‘PFA Premier League Player of the Month award in March 2023.

Saka passes the ball roughly 34.57 times during a game, with a pass completion rate of 81.09%. He also plays 2.14 key passes each game, which leads to significant scoring chances.

Centre-forward – Gabriel Jesus

Gabriel Jesus had an excellent start to life at the Emirates Stadium. The Brazil international played 26 league games last season, registering 11 goals and six assists. He is expected to lead the Gunners’ forward line during the upcoming season.

Looking into the passing aspect of the game, Jesus passes the ball roughly 29.10 times during a game, with a pass completion rate of 81.52%. He also plays 1.39 key passes each game, which leads to significant scoring chances. He scores a goal for every 5.18 shots he takes and takes 2.47 shots per 90 minutes on the pitch.

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