Merson: Arsenal lack X-factor signing to win Champions League

Former Arsenal forward Paul Merson has questioned whether the Gunners have the individual quality required to conquer Europe. Writing for Sky Sports, Merson argues that despite Arsenal's strong Premier League form under Mikel Arteta, the club did not add a transformative attacking talent comparable to Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior or Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez. His critique highlights a recurring debate about whether Arsenal's collective system can overcome the singular brilliance that tends to decide Champions League nights. The comments arrive as Arsenal prepare to compete in the competition's latter stages.