The former Gunner fears his old side will continue to decline if they don't strengthen their squad this summer
Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit has challenged the Gunners to prove their ambition in order to prevent talented youngsters such as Emile Smith Rowe from leaving the club.
Smith Rowe enjoyed a breakthrough campaign at Emirates Stadium last season, but has been the subject of sustained interest from Aston Villa over the summer.
The Gunners have already rejected two bids for the England Under-21 international and Petit thinks the club should do more to ensure Smith Rowe and others don’t attempt to push for a move.