M. Arteta

'There should be a wee change' – Eberechi Eze's poor Champions League debut explained as Arsenal team-mate blamed for on-pitch relationship

Ally McCoist has explained why Eberechi Eze had a poor Champions League debut as he blamed another Arsenal player for preventing the former Crystal Palace star from realising his full potential. A gritty Athletic Club side at San Mames pushed Mikel Arteta’s men to their limits before late goals from substitutes Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli sealed a hard-fought 2-0 win.

Thierry Henry forgets 26-goal player is still on Arsenal's books as he claims Mikel Arteta's squad is most 'deep in terms of quality' in Premier League

Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has admitted he forgot all about one particular goalscorer at the club when discussing the strength in depth at Mikel Arteta’s side. The Gunners splashed out in the summer transfer window and brought exciting attackers Viktor Gyokeres, Noni Madueke and Eberechi Eze to the club in a bid to boost their hopes of winning silverware.

Mikel Arteta quizzed on Arsenal's interest in Nico Williams ahead of Champions League meeting with Athletic Club

Mikel Arteta was asked about Arsenal’s summer interest in Nico Williams as he faced the press ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League opener against Athletic Club. The San Sebastian-born coach played down speculation over a potential move for the Spain international but admitted the winger is a “fantastic player” admired at both club and international level.

'Lack of ambition'- Mikel Arteta's approach at Arsenal questioned by former star as Gunners now 'excited not to lose a game'

Arsenal’s rise back into title contention has received some praise in recent years, but former defender Gael Clichy has voiced concerns that Mikel Arteta’s tactics show a “lack of ambition”. After three straight runner-up finishes, Clichy believes the Gunners are focusing more on avoiding defeat than pushing for victory, particularly in big away matches.

'So annoying to watch!' – Arsenal's 'ugly brand of football' slammed by Peter Schmeichel as Man Utd legend urges Mikel Arteta to 'let players loose'

Manchester United legend Peter Schmeichel has slammed Arsenal for their "ugly brand of football" while admitting that he badly wanted Liverpool to beat the Gunners in their Premier League clash on Sunday. The Reds eventually edged a very tentative contest at Anfield thanks to Dominik Szoboszlai's outstanding free-kick in the 83rd minute.