Wenger targets PL title after signing deal

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger is targeting to win next season’s Premier League title after he successfully signed a new two-year deal at the club.

In a statement released on the club’s website, Wenger mentioned that his current team are a strong group of players, and that with an additional few that would be signed this summer, the goal can be achieved.

The 67-year old, who have managed Arsenal since 1996, will extend his reign to 23 years should he complete the new agreement.

“I love this club and I am looking forward to the future with optimism and excitement,” said Wenger.

Arsenal are expected to spend at least £100m on new players in the upcoming transfer window – which opens on 1 July – having also spent around that figure last summer.

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“This is a strong group of players and with some additions we can be even more successful,” Wenger told the club website.

“We’re committed to mounting a sustained league challenge and that will be our focus this summer and next season.”

Following Wednesday’s official announcement, chief executive Ivan Gazidis said: “There is no complacency anywhere at this club.

“Our goal is to compete for and win trophies here and in Europe. Everything we do is designed to make that happen and we will be working hard on and off the pitch this summer to improve and make a strong challenge next season.”

Wenger’s Arsenal finished in 5th position in the league this season, the first time they have finished outside the top four since the Frenchman arrived, but went ahead to clinch the FA Cup after beating Chelsea 2-1 in the final.

 

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