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Mikel Arteta has warned that Arsenal must show more composure to close out games after his team secured a nervy 2-1 win over Brighton on Saturday.
Mirror Football brings you two of the latest talking points from the Emirates Stadium ahead of Arsenal's clash with Aston Villa
After a dominant first half it took a stunning save from David Raya to preserve the win and return Arsenal to the top of the Premier League
Mikel Arteta says Arsenal are ready to push Manchester City all the way for the Premier League title as both teams continue to slug it out at the top of the table. The Gunners were momentarily replaced at the summit following City’s late victory over Nottingham Forest on Saturday,
Arsenal were once again wasteful with their scoring chances but managed to eek out a 2-1 victory over Brighton at Emirates Stadium on Saturday, to send themselves back to the top of the Premier League table.
Arsenal will be top of the Premier League at Christmas after three points at Everton took Mikel Arteta’s side back to the summit, even if they were far from their best.
Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Arsenal are "actively looking" to make signings in the January transfer window as they continue to struggle with injuries. The Gunners spent £267 million ($360m) on players this summer,
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Arsenal latest: Viktor Gyokeres concerns as Mikel Arteta's January transfer plan emerges
Mikel Arteta admits Arsenal's ongoing injury problems might force the club into making signings during the January transfer window. The Spanish manager was asked during his press conference this week about whether the club would pursue defensive reinforcements in January, considering their extensive injury list.