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ADAPTABILITY KEY: MIKEL ARTETA EXPLAINS ZUBIMENDI'S FIT, MIDFIELD STRATEGY ADJUSTMENTS
Mikel Arteta is confident Bukayo Saka will sign a new long-term contract at Arsenal. The manager also discussed Martin Zubimendi's impact and coping without the injured Gabriel Magalhaes ahead of the North London derby.
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Arteta Faces Zubimendi Puzzle, Gabriel Void, Saka Negotiation
Mikel Arteta shared his thoughts on the increased confidence some of his players gained after qualifying for the World Cup during the second part of his press conference before the Spurs game. He also spoke about how sure he is that Bukayo Saka will agree to a new long-term contract, how well Martin Zubimendi has adapted to life at Arsenal, and how confident he is that the team can perform well even without the injured Gabriel Magalhaes. This is what he said.
Regarding players' motivation after making it to the World Cup for the first time...
Just keep that in mind and do not think about the World Cup until March. Now it is all about Arsenal, Arsenal, Arsenal.
Regarding the players' happiness and whether he has instructed them to now concentrate on Arsenal...
Yes, that is great because that feeling of excitement is very happy and spreads to others. We have to keep doing that, and the better we do here, the better it will be for all the national teams.
Regarding whether the qualified players will feel more confident...
I hope that is true. If we increase the confidence by 3, 4% [increase] in the number of players, 7, 8, 12? We are a really good team. I really hope that is what happens.
Regarding Zubimendi's contributions to the team...
First, you have to get used to the league both physically and emotionally. It is not easy. What you need to do. He has never lived away from his family, and now he goes to a new club in another country. You have to handle everything. He has done an amazing job with that. Why? He has a great personality and connects with people quickly. Everyone who works here already loves him in the locker room. And also his skills. He makes decisions quickly because he is very talented and understands things well. When that happens and you are around other good players, it is usually a recipe for success. But it is easier said than to finish the job, and he needs to keep working hard because he can still get better and give more to the team, which is the goal.
Because of Zubimendi's skill, Declan Rice is playing higher up the field.
When we finally start using all the different skills we have in the midfield, Ebs [Eze] is one of them, and Declan and Martin play together. He has made it possible for the team and the players to be less predictable in where they play, which is something we also need.
Regarding Zubimendi's danger inside the box...
A good example is the most recent game [against Sunderland]. He dribbles inside and shoots with his right foot, and he also hits the crossbar. He also kicked one across that was very close to the post. He has also been great on set plays. We need a player who can do everything.
Regarding Gabriel being the hardest member of the team to replace...
I don't really know for sure. He indeed helps us a lot, but luckily, we've managed without him. We didn't have him for a quarter of a year when it mattered most last season, but the team pushed on and still played very well. We have to do that again since we won many times and defended really well against very tough teams.
Regarding whether Gabriel will remain with the team even if he cannot play...
For sure, you can still take part in all the other things and help the team even when you cannot play or train, and he will be right there with the team.
Regarding feeling calm and sure about contract talks with Bukayo Saka
I think "confident" is a better way to put it, even though Bukayo has told me, the club, and Emek that he wants to stay. I think it's a solid, good relationship. We want to keep the path he's taken at the club and the person he's become, and I think that will be a lasting mark on this soccer team. It's great that he has to do that job.
In recent times, agreeing on contracts has gone quite smoothly.
Yes, I think we know clearly what we want and how to get there. I think the owners have really supported and promised to make sure we can keep these players and the main part of the team, along with everyone working hard upstairs, starting with Andrea [Berta] and the whole team, to get things done. In the end, it always involves three groups, and it's never easy to finish the job.
NOT SAKA: EBERECHI EZE REVEALS JURRIëN TIMBER IS HIS MOST IMPRESSIVE TEAMMATE
Arsenal's Eberechi Eze says Jurriën Timber has "exceeded my high expectations." The £60M signing praised the defender's unique talent and mentality, fueling Arsenal's title charge.
Eze Names Timber As The Arsenal Star That Inspires
When Eberechi Eze joined Arsenal at the conclusion of the summer transfer window, he expressed that he held high hopes for all his new teammates, but Jurriň Timber exceeded those expectations.
The Gunners activated a £60 million ($78.4 million) release clause to sign Eze from Crystal Palace, where he scored in last season’s FA Cup final; now the England international shares the pitch with Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, Martin Ødegaard, and William Saliba. However, Timber, a versatile defender, has truly stood out.
"Everyone is pretty much what you imagine them to be," Eze mentioned during a conversation with former EFL striker Adebayo Akinfenwa on GOAL's Beast Mode On podcast. "Each player comes with impressive expectations, but Jurriň Timber has gone beyond my already high expectations because I had heard many good things about him.
"He is both a remarkable player and a remarkable person."
In the summer of 2023, Timber transferred to Arsenal for £38.5 million ($50.3 million) from Ajax. Unfortunately, after suffering an ACL injury in his debut Premier League match, the Dutch defender, capable of playing both centre back and right back, spent much of his first season sidelined but has since taken over Ben White's starting position.
This season, Arsenal’s chances of breaking their longest league title drought since controversially joining England's top flight in 1919 are at a peak. He will turn 22 in May.
Concerning his observations behind the scenes, Eze remarked, "For me, being in an environment surrounded by people with a culture focused on growth, everyone here aims to enhance their game."
"I truly enjoy being part of it and watching individuals like him who conduct themselves and perform the way they do. It’s certainly motivating.
Thanks to their mindset and support with injuries, Arsenal may finally seize the Premier League title for the first time since the 2003–04 season.
CONFIRMED: BUKAYO SAKA FINALIZING ARSENAL CONTRACT EXTENSION UNTIL 2030
Arsenal are in the final stages of agreeing a new contract with Bukayo Saka that will extend his stay until 2030. The Gunners are hopeful the England international will sign the deal before the end of the year.
Saka Set To Sign New Contract
Arsenal star Bukayo Saka is reportedly set to sign a new contract extension with the Gunners that will run until 2030. Talks with the Premier League leaders are now said to be in their "final stages," and Mikel Arteta's side are hopeful the England international will put pen to paper on his new contract at the club before the end of the calendar year.
Arsenal lock down Bukayo Saka
Saka's current contract runs until 2027, but an agreement has been struck for the forward to sign an extension until 2030, according to RMC Sport. Negotiations are ongoing, but both sides are now confident of reaching an agreement soon. Arsenal would like the new deal to be signed off on before the end of the year as they look to secure the future of one of their brightest stars. Saka joined Arsenal at the age of seven and has come all the way through the academy and into the first team in north London.
Saka spoke about his future earlier this year, making it clear he wants to win trophies. He told reporters, “I want to win and I want to win wearing this badge. It is pretty clear, the fans know how much I love them. You saw when I came on on Tuesday, they love me back. So it is a good relationship. I am really happy to be hear and I am focused on winning. I don’t think anyone is really in a rush. I have got two years left on my contract, so it’s pretty relaxed. Everyone knows my thoughts, and I’ve let you guys know as well, so I don’t think there is much else really.”
The forward won the FA Cup with Arsenal in 2020 but was an unused substitute in the final. He'll be hoping he can add more silverware in the current campaign, with the Gunners currently top of the standings in the Premier League and the Champions League.
Saka is back with Arsenal after international duty with England and is gearing up for some huge fixtures with the Gunners. Arteta's side face a north London derby against neighbours Tottenham in the Premier League on Sunday and then face Bayern in the Champions League. Arsenal and Bayern are two of only three teams left in the competition with a 100% record, meaning something will have to give at the Emirates in a week. The Gunners then head to Chelsea for another huge Premier League fixture.
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