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Arteta: New rivalries will elevate Arsenal's game
16 Aug
Summary
- Arteta sees new Premier League managers as catalysts for growth.
- New signings Guimarães and Tzolis may debut for Arsenal.
- Rice and Saka's fitness is a late decision for the City match.
Mikel Arteta anticipates that the influx of new managers in the Premier League, including Manchester City's Enzo Maresca, will enhance the overall standard of the competition.
Arteta views these managerial rivalries as opportunities for Arsenal to improve, stating that facing exceptional coaches weekly will elevate his own team's level. He acknowledged that while Arsenal has built consistency over recent years, the ambition remains to become even better and more dynamic.
The fitness of Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka is a key concern for Arsenal ahead of their clash with Manchester City, as both players recently returned to training. New signings Bruno Guimarães and Christos Tzolis are reportedly ready to make their competitive debuts.
Arteta downplayed the notion of City being Arsenal's sole challenger, emphasizing that numerous clubs possess strong squads and managers, and that Arsenal must focus internally to maximize their chances over the long season.
