Mikel Arteta is managing a delicate selection situation in defence after Ben White suffered a groin issue during Arsenal's victory at Sunderland. With Jurrien Timber also recovering from his own fitness problems, keeping the Gunners' elite right-backs healthy is proving a major challenge.
Arsenal are ready to step up their pursuit of Bournemouth sensation Eli Junior Kroupi as Mikel Arteta looks to finalise his attacking jigsaw. The Gunners have identified the young forward as a primary target to lead their line, with internal sources suggesting the North London club's interest is now very real ahead of a potential January move.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has admitted that the club must remain extremely careful with the development of Max Dowman, despite the 16-year-old producing a historic performance in the Carabao Cup. The Hale End academy product matched a feat not seen since Wayne Rooney’s emergence, prompting the Gunners boss to balance his immense excitement with a plea for patience.
Mikel Arteta delivered a glowing tribute to Mikel Merino following Arsenal's 4-2 Carabao Cup victory over Ipswich Town. The Spanish midfielder wore the captain's armband and found the net at Portman Road, earning immense praise from his manager despite largely serving as a rotational option in the Premier League.
Mikel Arteta lauded Max Dowman after the 16-year-old wonderkid produced a historic two-goal display in Arsenal's 4-2 Carabao Cup victory over Ipswich Town on Tuesday night. The Hale End sensation equalled a long-standing landmark set by Wayne Rooney, inspiring a heavily rotated Gunners outfit to maintain their flawless start to the new campaign.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has been compared to Manchester United icon Sir Alex Ferguson following his explosive reaction to a refereeing decision during the Gunners' recent victory over Sunderland. Despite securing a 2-0 win, the Spaniard was left fuming over a penalty awarded against his side, leading Jamie Carragher to suggest Arteta is now operating from a position of ultimate authority in the Premier League.
Lazio head coach Gennaro Gattuso has made the sensational claim that former Arsenal defender Nuno Tavares possesses the raw attributes required to play for Real Madrid. The Portuguese left-back struggled to make a lasting impression at the Emirates Stadium but has found a new lease of life in Italy.
Mikel Arteta has laid down the gauntlet to teenage sensation Max Dowman as Arsenal prepare for their Carabao Cup third-round tie against Ipswich Town. The Gunners boss insists that while the youngster's talent is undeniable, he must fight for his place in a squad currently competing on multiple fronts.
Arsenal are set to escalate their frustrations by demanding an official explanation from the professional refereeing body, Pro Ref, following a controversial penalty decision in their 2-0 victory over Sunderland. Despite securing all three points, the Gunners are reportedly seeking urgent clarity on the process that led to Ezri Konsa being penalised during a heated exchange in the box.
Arsenal maintained their 100 percent start to the Premier League campaign with a 2-0 win at Sunderland thanks to goals from Bruno Guimaraes and Bukayo Saka. However, manager Mikel Arteta was left furious with the match officials after David Raya was forced to pull off a vital penalty save following a highly contentious spot-kick award.
Arsenal centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes has opened up about the emotional toll of his Champions League final penalty miss against Paris Saint-Germain. The Brazilian defender remains undeterred and insists he is ready to step up to the spot again should the opportunity arise.
Mikel Arteta has laid down a fresh challenge to his Arsenal squad, revealing a secret internal target to transform the reigning champions into the Premier League's ultimate entertainers. Despite a perfect start to their title defence, the Gunners boss is demanding even more "flair" and clinical efficiency from his stars as they prepare for a difficult trip to face Sunderland.
