Mikel Arteta: PSG are 'best in the world' but Arsenal will improve
After a Champions League final loss to PSG, Mikel Arteta praised his opponents and vowed that Arsenal will make decisive moves to elevate the squad.
Following a painful defeat in the Champions League final at the Puskas Arena, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has signaled an urgent need for decisive action in the upcoming summer transfer window. The manager insisted that to bridge the gap to Europe's elite, the club must demonstrate significant ambition.
First of all I will take a few days with my family and then we will start the process to review what we've done. We will start to make some very important decisions if we want to reach another level. Mikel Arteta
Arteta was gracious in his assessment of PSG, labeling Luis Enrique’s side the gold standard of modern football. The Parisians dominated possession, leaving Arsenal to play with just 24.7% of the ball. The manager admitted he had never seen such a display of individual and technical ability.
The match was not without frustration, as Arteta voiced his anger regarding officiating decisions. He highlighted an appeal for a penalty in the 102nd minute involving Noni Madueke that was dismissed by the referee, questioning the consistency of decisions compared to previous games this season.
While the loss on penalties—following a 1-1 draw—was a bitter end to a campaign that included a Premier League title, Arteta remains focused on the future. He concluded by expressing his deep gratitude for the dedication shown by his squad and staff throughout the season.