The 24-year-old, who featured in Switzerland's 2-2 draw with England on Saturday, played a key role for the Gunners last season after sitting out the previous campaign with a serious knee injury.
While Djourou admitted it has been great to be playing football again over the past year, he has apologised to fans for their poor end to the season.
"For the team, it was difficult because we were playing for so many trophies at the same time and we were so close to getting one," he said. "Last season, I didn't play a game and to play so many games and have a good season, I was happy.
"Obviously, now we want to do better as a team and as individuals to get something.
"I think that the fans deserve and the manager deserves something.
"We need to get better, get stronger, and really prepare well for next season."
Arsene Wenger's side have been linked with a host of summer signings, including the likes of Scott Parker, Alex Chamberlain and Peter Odemwingie.
"I don't know - that's for the manager to answer," he said, when asked about the summer plans.
"I think competition is always good. That pushes you in your position.
"When you want to make a team better, you have to have a good squad.
"I think that we had a good squad but if players with experience or different players can bring quality, they're welcome."
Djourou performed admirably at centre-back on Saturday to help Switzerland secure a draw against a subdued England at Wembley.
Goals from Frank Lampard and Ashley Young helped England rescue a point for Fabio Capello's side, who had trailed 2-0 after two Tranquillo Barnetta free-kicks.
"We weren't overconfident because we knew that the English have great qualities and when you play such a great team, you know that, 2-0 up, it's not finished," he said.
"They showed that in the second half and they came at us really well. I think we can be proud of ourselves."
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