Arsenal have been rebuilding their squad in recent years, and one of the key aspects of that rebuild has been the addition of young English players. In the past few seasons, Arsenal have signed Aaron Ramsdale and Ben White, while also integrating academy graduates Bukayo Saka, Emile Smith Rowe, Eddie Nketiah, and Reiss Nelson into the squad. Most recently, Arsenal signed Declan Rice for a £105 million English record fee.

These players have all made a significant impact on the Arsenal team. Ramsdale has been a revelation in goal, and White has been a very good addition as well with his versatility playing either as a center back or as a right back. Saka and Smith Rowe have been two of the most exciting young players in the Premier League. 

Having a core of English players benefits Arsenal in several ways. First, it gives Arsenal a strong core of players who are familiar with the Premier League, helping them to adapt quickly. These players are also motivated to perform well for the club, as it can lead to national team call-ups. Second, English players are popular with the fans, and fans love to see them playing for their team, which can help to create a positive atmosphere at the stadium and boost the team’s morale.

The addition of Declan Rice to the Arsenal squad is a major coup. Rice is one of the best young midfielders in Europe, and he is also a good leader who could contend to be named England’s captain in the future.

Arsenal now have a strong core of English players who are all capable of playing at the highest level. Under a different manager, they could all be regularly involved with England. Saka, Rice, and Ramsdale could start together for England, and White and Smith Rowe have the potential to be regulars. With such exceptional English talents, Arsenal looks set to embark on a new chapter that could shape its fortunes for years to come.