Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has been told by former midfielder Emmanuel Petit how many players he must still sign this summer.

As part of bet365’s Euro 2024 coverage, Petit said: “Even if they have the chance to sign both of them, they need at least two or three more players. Definitely some competition in midfield. Definitely.

“I think they need a creative midfielder because Martin Odegaard seems to get tired towards the end of the season. They need rotation in that role and a new holding midfielder as well.

“Arsenal need at least four or five players. But I think the club and Mikel Arteta know that.” On the players that could be signed, Petit added: “Arsenal’s dream signing this summer would be Nico Williams.

“I’ve been watching him in Spain with his club, but he has impressed me a lot during Euro 2024, especially against Italy. It was a nightmare for the right back. I think this guy could have a huge impact at Arsenal.

“People have also mentioned Benjamin Sesko, but I think Arsenal need to look at Victor Osimhen at Napoli, this guy has all the character he needs to thrive.

“He’s got great ambition and when I mention his character, he reminds me of players who were in the Premier League back in the day, huge characters.”