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  • Arteta psychologically killing Havertz – Chris Sutton

    Arteta psychologically killing Havertz – Chris Sutton

    Former Chelsea star Chris Sutton has claimed Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is psychologically ‘killing’ Kai Harvertz by deploying him as a center-forward.

    Havertz has played several positions under Arteta since joining the Gunners from Chelsea last summer.

    Arteta deployed the Germany international as a striker during their recent FA Cup third-round defeat to Liverpool.

    Havertz spurred chances during the encounter after chance as Arsenal suffered a 2-0 defeat at Emirates.

    However, Sutton feels Arteta is not doing the 24-year-old any good by playing him up front as a center-forward.

    “I don’t think he is doing any good for the Arsenal team and I don’t think it’s doing any good for Havertz, Psychologically when he plays as a striker he looks shackled, he looks like the weight of the shirt is too much for him and he dithers and delays. He doesn’t think clearly,” Sutton said on It’s All Kicking Off Podcast.

    “I think it affects him when he knows he is a number nine, going to the game, getting changed, playing in that position I think it effects him. Kai Havertz is a good footballer, but Mikel Arteta playing him as a number nine kills him it destroys him psychologically, he has to play him as an eight and when he does play as an eight he seems to enjoy it more.”

    Harvertz has made 29 appearances for Arsenal across all competitions, scoring five goals and providing one assist.

  • Mikel Arteta warns Arsenal fans on striker criticism

    Mikel Arteta warns Arsenal fans on striker criticism

    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has defended his team’s lack of goals.

    Arteta insists last season’s effort was a one-off as the Gunners struggle this time around.

    “What they [the forwards] did last year was exceptional and we knew that to maintain those numbers would be extremely difficult because it was a one-off,” said Arteta.

    “Not just for us, a one-off in the league. We know that we need all the resources and all those kinds of goals to maintain the level that we want in the league.

    “When it comes to those spaces, the timing and the definition of the action [in front of goal] that becomes trickier to coach and certainly to replicate as an action in the game. It’s very tricky but it’s something that we have to improve, especially in the way we have not transformed recent chances into goals.”

  • There’s no debate on Raya’s form at Arsenal – Arteta

    There’s no debate on Raya’s form at Arsenal – Arteta

    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta insists goalkeeper David Raya remains his first-choice.

    Raya was at fault for one Luton’s goals in the midweek 4-3 win, but Arteta is sticking with the Spaniard over Aaron Ramsdale.

    He said: There is no debate when you look at his [Raya’s] form and what he has achieved since he has been with us. He has been really impressive.

    “We have to support our players and protect them and get the best out of them. Every player deserves right support and right love.”

    On when they are hoping to have midfielder Thomas Partey back from injury, Arteta said: “We don’t know, it’s a bit early to get a time frame.

    “If he’s back by Christmas then it will be very fast. We’re missing key players but we have to continue.”

  • Arsenal to sell Thomas Partey to fund January plans

    Arsenal to sell Thomas Partey to fund January plans

    Premier League side Arsenal are ready to sell Thomas Partey in January.

    ESPN says the Gunners need a major sale to fund the signing plans of manager Mike Arteta.

    And with Juventus watching, Partey is set to be the player to be sacrificed.

    Arteta wants a new striker and midfielder added to his squad in January.

    But Arsenal must sell first and Partey is set to be cashed in next month.

  • EPL: What we must do to Wolves – Arteta

    EPL: What we must do to Wolves – Arteta

    Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta knows they’ll face a battle against Wolves.

    Arteta is aware Wolves will defend deep and in numbers.

    He said, “They’re very prepared. They have a lot of quality over there. It’s not a coincidence what they’re doing.

    “They perform really well against the top sides and that says a lot about the coaching staff, what Gary (O’Neil) is doing, the way they have prepared and how they control opponents – difficult opponents – especially when they play at home. We’re going to have to try to break them down tomorrow.

    “Giving players tools, ideas and understanding the game we want to play. Then, as I mentioned before, it’s about the efficiency we show in the last part of the pitch which dictates the outcome of the game. The other night we were very efficient on that.”

  • Arsenal prepared to sell Thomas Partey

    Arsenal prepared to sell Thomas Partey

    Premier League giants Arsenal are preparing to offload Thomas Partey in January.

    The Gunners are eager to continue their squad revamp for manager Mikel Arteta.

    One of the areas where they have invested recently is midfield, with Declan Rice coming in from West Ham.

    Per ESPN, Partey is set to leave in January, given his fitness issues in recent months.

    The club may then use those funds to sign another midfielder or a centre forward.

    Brentford’s Ivan Toney is a key midseason target, but he is also wanted by Manchester United and Chelsea.

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  • Mikel Arteta makes clear Tomiyasu transfer plans

    Mikel Arteta makes clear Tomiyasu transfer plans

    Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta says he wants Takehiro Tomiyasu to stay.

    The Japan defender is a January target for Bayern Munich.

    Arteta said today: “I really want him to stay.

    “I value the player a lot. He’s loved and respected by everybody at the club. He’s at the level we need to make an impact on the team.

    “He’s going to be with us.”

  • EPL: Mikel Arteta makes U-turn, says VAR made right decision

    EPL: Mikel Arteta makes U-turn, says VAR made right decision

    Few days after lambasting Video Assistant Referee following a controversial goal awarded to Arsenal’s opponent Newcastle United, Mikel Arteta has now praised VAR, saying it made the right decision by sending Fabio Vieira off against Burnley in a Premier League clash on Saturday.

    Arsenal went joint top of the Premier League table following a 3-1 win over the Clarets on Saturday.

    Leandro Trossard, William Saliba, and Oleksandr Zinchenko had all scored for the hosts before Vieira was dismissed for a high tackle.

    After the game at the Emirates, Arteta said: “With the red card, yes, thank you for asking me; VAR was right. The referee was right; really good decision. Really positive from Mikel to speak about that. Good decision.”

    Recall that Premier League Discipline panel said center referee Stuart made the right decision by allowing Gordon’s goal against Arsenal last week Saturday at St James’ Park.

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  • ‘I’m embarrassed’ – Arteta rages after Newcastle defeat

    ‘I’m embarrassed’ – Arteta rages after Newcastle defeat

    Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta raged against Newcastle United’s winner at St James’ Park on Saturday.

    Anthony Gordon’s scrambled goal was allowed to stand after three VAR checks.

    “I have to be here now to say it is not acceptable,” Arteta said.

    “We didn’t deserve to lose the match. We lose the match because of the clear and obvious decisions. It’s embarrassing. A disgrace. That’s what it is – a disgrace.

    “You cannot imagine the amount of messages I got saying this cannot continue. I am wasting my time. We are wasting our time. I don’t want to be in the hands of people.”

    The Spaniard continued: “It’s embarrassing what happened – how this goal stands, in the Premier League – this league we say is the best in the world. I’ve been 20 years in this country and now I feel ashamed. It’s a disgrace and there’s too much at stake here. We are trying to do incredible things and be at the highest level each week.

    “The outcome is nowhere near the level this league needs to have. It’s not good enough. I feel embarrassed to be part of this.”

    Arteta also said later: “It’s not a goal – it’s simple. For a goal to be allowed there are certain things prior to that that are not allowed in football – here and in China, in Japan, in Italy, in Portugal, and Spain. That’s what happens.”

  • Arteta responds to ‘strange character’ claims for White

    Arteta responds to ‘strange character’ claims for White

    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta insists he wants Ben White as part of his squad.

    White is in new contract talks with the Gunners.

    Arteta said today: “I think he’s progressing the right way in the last few years as you said he had a little bit of a difficult start which is normal because it was a big jump, different expectations and to play as well in different situations and positions.

    “But I think it showed a lot of determination and courage to overcome any of that I think he has a big personality I think he goes with pressure really well he has a lot of quality gives different positions and he’s been a key player for us.

    “We always try to keep the squad in a healthy position in any way, and the club especially are working on that (White’s contract).”

    It was then put to Arteta that White was a “strange character” over his dislike of football.

    The manager replied: “Yeah, and he’s a really good character in his own way and the way he is, the way he presents himself but he loves football. The way you know you don’t play that amount of games, the way he trains every day, the way he applies himself is top and we need more players like him.”