The Arsenal manager is determined to squeeze every last drop of talent and effort from his players, but he still has a long way to go

Mikel Arteta has suggested that Arsenal’s recent injury situation has been a nightmare, after Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka became the latest players to suffer knocks.NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND:

Mikel Arteta said after Sunday’s 1-1 draw with Chelsea that it has been a “nightmare eight weeks” for him and his Arsenal side due to continued problems with suspensions and injuries. The Gunners’ season so far has undoubtedly been damaged by the persistent absence of key players,

Mikel Arteta has downplayed the gap between Arsenal and Liverpool at the top of the Premier League table and says there is no clear favourite for the title

Mikel Arteta believes this season’s title race will be more open than in recent years - and Arsenal are right in the mix. The Gunners have lost three of their past six games in all competitions ahead of a trip to Stamford Bridge on Sunday.

Latest Arsenal news and gossip as Leandro Trossard hits back at criticisms of the Gunners tactics this season ahead of the Premier League clash against Chelsea

Arsenal’s challenging run in their pursuit of the Premier League title this season has not shaken the club’s confidence in Mikel Arteta, with the board reportedly standing firmly behind their manager.