Josh Kroenke drops big transfer hint in final day message to Arsenal fans

Arsenal co-chairman Josh Kroenke says the club will not stand still whether or not they take Manchester City to the title.

The Gunners are fighting to win the Premier League with Manchester City on the final day of the season. City, who host West Ham, are two points ahead of Arsenal, who host Everton at the Emirates Stadium.

Arsenal have not won the title in 20 years and owner Kroenke says that even if they do, they will not rest on their laurels, pointing to a big summer of transfer activity.

“While we are undoubtedly proud of the progress we have made, I want to be clear that no one at the club will stand still,” he told the Arsenal website.

“No matter how things end today, we are all working behind the scenes to move us forward – always forward – again.

“There is so much we want to achieve, both at home and in Europe, and we are focused on writing exciting new stories and chapters that build on the history of Arsenal Football Club.

“There have been so many stories and milestones throughout the season, shaped by so many of our players.

“We have all enjoyed seeing our summer signings become Arsenal players and we are delighted that a number of players have committed to new contracts to keep this team together, fighting on all fronts. We want to continue to forge that winning mentality that is so deeply rooted throughout the club.

“Whatever happens between now and the final whistle today, I’m sure this season will stay with us for a long time.

“The football played by our teams has been a joy to watch and we can all be rightly proud of the progress and direction of the football club.

“To fight for the Premier League title on the final day of the campaign is testament to the hard work, drive and determination of everyone at the club. So is the fact that we reached the quarter-finals of the Champions League for the first time in 14 years and qualified back-to-back for the Champions League for the first time in seven years.

“That said, what arguably gave the greatest pleasure to many of us was the connection we felt between all of us.

“The noise and support given to our players again this season has played a huge role in what we have achieved together. I know Mikel (Arteta), Jonas (Eidevall) and our players are really grateful to everyone who played a part in this.