Every word of Mikel’s pre-Ipswich press conference

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Every word of Mikel’s pre-Ipswich press conference
Every word of Mikel’s pre-Ipswich press conference
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta addressed the media ahead of the Ipswich Town match, providing updates on injuries, team news, and his thoughts on the upcoming fixture.

Key points:

– Bukayo Saka will be out for “many weeks” with an ankle injury.
– Raheem Sterling is also out for several weeks with a knee injury.
– Arteta emphasized the need for versatility and creativity within the squad to overcome these absences.
– He praised Ipswich Town and their manager, Kieran McKenna.
– Arteta expressed optimism that Saka will return before the end of the season.
– He highlighted the importance of finding a balance between defensive solidity and attacking fluidity.
– Arteta acknowledged the challenges of the fixture schedule and its impact on player injuries.
– He discussed potential options to replace Saka on the right wing, including Gabriel Martinelli and Ethan Nwaneri.
– Arteta emphasized the need for injured players to maintain a positive attitude and contribute to the team’s success.

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