Mikel Arteta sends clear message to 17-year-old star

Mikel Arteta was full of praise for young Arsenal star Ethan Nwaneri as he put in a stand-out performance during Arsenal’s pre-season clash.

The Gunners faced off against Manchester United in the Sofi Stadium in Los Angeles in the second game of their United States pre-season tour as they prepare for the start of the Premier League season in three weeks.

Despite both sides missing several key players, the game had a surprising intensity with Rasmus Hojlund giving Erik ten Hag’s side the lead after just ten minutes.