# Arsenal’s Biggest Gamble Yet…

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Podcast: [The Gooner Factory](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-gooner-factory-3912901)
Published: 2026-07-27T18:30:00+00:00
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🚨 Ethan Nwaneri & Max Dowman: Arsenal's biggest decision of the season? Should Mikel Arteta keep Ethan Nwaneri and Max Dowman in the first-team squad, or would a loan spell be better for their long-term development? With Arsenal looking to defend the Premier League title, this could be one of the biggest decisions the club makes this summer. In today's Arsenal transfer news and Arsenal news, I break down why I believe both youngsters should stay at the club, where they could fit into Arteta's plans, and why Arsenal's attack may still need another elite addition before the transfer window closes. We also discuss: 🔴 Ethan Nwaneri's Arsenal future – Can he force his way ahead of Noni Madueke in the pecking order and become Bukayo Saka's main backup on the right? 🔴 Max Dowman's role – Is he already showing signs of becoming Martin Ødegaard's long-term successor in attacking midfield? 🔴 Loan or stay? – The huge decision facing Mikel Arteta as Arsenal balance development with the pressure to win trophies. 🔴 Arsenal's goalscoring problem? – The Gunners were the lowest-scoring Premier League champions in 10 years. Is it actually a concern, or are set-piece goals simply part of the modern game? 🔴 Bradley Barcola to Arsenal – Is a reported £140 million move worth it, or should Arsenal look elsewhere? 🔴 My dream attacking signing – Is it Bradley Barcola, Vinícius Júnior, or Bournemouth star Junior Kroupi? With Arsenal continuing to shape the squad for another Premier League title challenge, these decisions could have a huge impact on the club's future. 👇 Would you keep Ethan Nwaneri and Max Dowman this season, or send one of them out on loan? And who would be your dream attacking signing? Let me know in the comments! 👍 If you enjoyed the video, please leave a like, subscribe to T…

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