Robin van Persie believes it is crucial for Arsene Wenger to keep his squad intact over the summer.
Arsenal have gone without silverware for the past four seasons and they have again been unable to mount a strong challenge for the Premier League title.
Recent heavy defeats at the hands of Manchester United and Chelsea have led to calls for a busy summer of transfer activity, with Wenger encouraged to bring in some experienced players.
But Van Persie feels the Gunners can improve and close the gap on their rivals, so long as nobody leaves Emirates Stadium before the start of next term.
"The main thing for me is that we stay together," said the Dutchman.
"If we lose three or four (players) every year it is hard to get the spirit in. Hopefully we can stay here and have a real go at it.
"If we can produce games like we did this year there is room for improvement - if you look at our midfield it is between 20 and 22 (years old)."
Arsenal have spent less than the other top clubs over the last few years and Van Persie thinks Wenger should be applauded for bringing through young talent.
He said: "If you look at our squad and different teams, for example Chelsea, Manchester United or Liverpool, what they cost and what we have cost, that has something to do with it. We can be proud of ourselves."