Winning is a major part of Arsenal’s identity, and the club expects every player to approach matches with the determination to succeed. The Gunners want a squad filled with individuals who understand the importance of a winning mentality and can maintain high standards whenever they take to the pitch.Arsenal have enjoyed success in recent seasons, competing for major honours and demonstrating their ambition to establish themselves among Europe’s leading clubs. Their recruitment has reflected a desire to bring in players with the right attitude, alongside the quality needed to deliver results.Arsenal value a winning mentalityThe Gunners believe signing players with a competitive mindset is essential to building a team capable of winning trophies consistently. Talent alone is not enough, as players must also possess the determination to improve, compete and deliver when the pressure is highest.Jurrien Timber is one of the key players in the squad who understands those expectations. The defender recently spoke to Arsenal Media about what a winning mentality means to him, explaining that competitiveness extends beyond football and influences how someone approaches any challenge.(Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)Timber explains what winning means to himTimber said:“I think it’s the competitiveness inside of you, the drive that’s always there when you are playing games. I’m not talking just about football games, I’m talking about whatever game, whatever competition, whatever you’re doing, you just want to win.“Even if it’s for nothing, nothing is at stake, just that mentality of that competitiveness inside of you wants to win. I think about that when I hear winning mentality.”His explanation highlights how competitiveness can shape a player’s approach both on and off the pitch. At Arsenal, that attitude is important as the club continues to pursue its ambitions and expects its squad to maintain the standards required to challenge for silverware._____________________________________________________________________________________________ADMIN COMMENTSo here are some simple rules which I must insist commenters follow….You agree not to give any personal abuse to other Arsenal fans. Everyone is allowed to hold their own opinions even if you disagree with them. It COSTS NOTHING TO BE POLITE TO OTHER ARSENAL FANS.CALLING ALL ARSENAL FANS! Anyone who would like to contribute an Article or Video opinion piece on JustArsenal, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us through this link…More Stories / Latest NewsJurrien Timber explains what winning mentality is20 October 2026, 17:00Paul Merson says Arsenal star has to do better to stay20 October 2026, 16:00“That’s why” Rio Ferdinand says Arsenal star proved why they signed him20 October 2026, 14:56The post Jurrien Timber explains what winning mentality is appeared first on Just Arsenal News.