When fit, Bukayo Saka is one of the most dangerous wingers in world football, and now, in Ethan Nwaneri, he has a genuine understudy who looks like he could reach the same level a few years from now.
In the middle of the park, an inform Martin Odegaard can be near enough unplayable while Declan Rice continues to run games from central or defensive midfield.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta celebrates after the match-1
Finally, the team's strongest area, the defence, is bursting with world-class talent, but without a doubt, the jewel in the crown is William Saliba, and based on recent reports, the club are now looking to sign someone who could be the next version of the Frenchman.
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According to a recent report from Caught Offside, Arsenal are one of several teams interested in signing Ajax defender Jorrel Hato.
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In fact, alongside the Gunners, the report has revealed that Real Madrid, Chelsea, and Liverpool are all preparing to make an offer for the youngster this summer.
How much the defender might cost is not mentioned in the report, but his final price tag varies dramatically, with some stories claiming he could be available for as little as £25m, while others suggest he'd cost around £40m.
Ajax Amsterdam's Jorrel Hato celebrates after the match
It could be a complicated and potentially costly transfer to get over the line for Arsenal, but given Hato's impressive ability and immense potential, one well worth pursuing, especially if he can be the next Saliba.
Why Hato could be the next Saliba
Now, we know that comparing a young defender who can thrive as a full-back or centre-back still playing in the Eredivisie to someone like Saliba, who is considered to be one of the best centre-backs in the business and has proven himself in the Premier League, might sound absurd.
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Nevertheless, there are some key similarities between the pair.
The first is that, like the Frenchman before he joined Arsenal in 2019, there is an awful lot of hype, excitement and expectation about what Hato could develop into in the coming years.
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For example, respected football analyst Ben Mattinson has described the teenager as an "exceptional athlete" who has "the potential to be an elite lockdown full-back", while U23 scout Antonio Mango simply described the defender as an "insane" prospect and talent scout Jacek Kulig went a step further, dubbing him "one of the most talented CBs of his generation in Europe."
On top of that, the Rotterdam-born gem has also been named in ninth place, ahead of Archie Gray, on GOAL's 2025 NXGN list, which looks at the most exciting young players born on or after January 1st 2006.
Hato's senior record
Appearances
103
Starts
94
Minutes
8457'
Goals
4
Assists
9
Goal Involvements per Match
0.12
Minutes per Goal Involvement
650.53'
Points per Game
1.86
All Stats via Transfermarkt
Moreover, this belief that the Dutchman is going to be something special is why the Gunners are set to have some serious competition for his signature this summer, as they did when both Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur tried to sign Saliba before they got their hands on him.
Finally, if the North Londoners were able to get their hands on the Ajax star this summer, then like the Frenchman in 2019, he'd be making the big move before he was even 20, as he'll still be a teenager until March 7th next year.
Ultimately, Arsenal already have a sensationally talented defence, with Saliba at the heart of it, and while it could be a complicated transfer to get over the line, they'd only be making it even better by signing Hato at the end of the season.
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