Nigeria, May 22 -- Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has addressed ongoing transfer speculation linking the club with Real Madrid forward Rodrygo, stating that while he will not comment on individual players, the club is now expected to win a major trophy.

Speaking during a press briefing, Arteta said the team's recent performances have elevated Arsenal to elite status both domestically and in Europe.

"I won't name any specific player but we have brought the club into a position that next season, you HAVE to win a major trophy," he said.

"Everybody believes that we are an elite team in this country and in Europe. Arsenal is there," Arteta added, emphasising that the club's next phase involves reinforcing key areas of the squad.

"We have to...