Mikel Arteta has sent a clear message to Martin Zubimendi and his returning stars, insisting that reputation alone will not be enough to break back into a winning Arsenal side. As the Gunners prepare for their clash with Everton, the manager is demanding total commitment from those looking to displace his current starters.
Mikel Arteta has offered a promising fitness update on Martin Zubimendi as Arsenal prepare for a challenging trip to the City Ground. The Spanish midfielder has been sidelined alongside Piero Hincapie, but the Gunners boss suggests one is much closer to a return than the other.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has been dealt a double injury blow ahead of their Champions League tie against Lille, losing Piero Hincapié and Martín Zubimendi to unfortunate ankle issues. However, the club have received a major defensive boost as William Saliba has finally resumed training, providing a silver lining amid the manager's frustration over the post-match setbacks.
Arsenal face a major transfer decision in the closing weeks of the summer window as Real Madrid revive their interest in Martin Zubimendi. The Spanish giants are ready to test the Gunners' resolve after manager Jose Mourinho approved a move for the experienced holding midfielder.
Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has voiced his concerns over Arsenal's reported willingness to part ways with teenage sensation Myles Lewis-Skelly. The former midfielder believes the Gunners would be making a significant error by letting the academy product leave, especially with rivals monitoring the situation.
Arsenal have sent a clear message to Real Madrid and Chelsea regarding the future of Martin Zubimendi following the blockbuster arrival of Bruno Guimaraes. Despite only joining the Gunners last summer, the Spanish international now finds himself at a crossroads as Mikel Arteta reshapes his midfield engine room.
Mikael Silvestre believes Arsenal would be the ideal destination for Bruno Guimaraes after Newcastle rejected the Gunners' opening bid. The former defender insists the Brazilian midfielder offers more dynamism than Martin Zubimendi as Mikel Arteta seeks to retain the Premier League title.
