Mikel Arteta has challenged his Arsenal squad to aim for second place in the Premier League this season, stating: "If you cannot be the best, be the second best at least." Despite falling 15 points behind league leaders Liverpool after a three-game winless streak,

William Gallas claims Mikel Arteta ’s decision to sign Raheem Sterling and his subsequent use of him proves he is not a world class manager. Eyebrows were raised when the Arsenal boss turned to a player who had been deemed surplus to requirements by Chelsea on the final day of the summer transfer window.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has issued a new challenge to his Arsenal stars after seeing them fall 15 points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool