Mikel Arteta insists he has no concerns about the prospect of Netro deputising for David Raya when Arsenal face Manchester City on Sunday. The experienced former Barcelona and Valencia goalkeeper belatedly made his debut for the Gunners last night in a 2-1 win over Girona.

Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta said his side could handle any opposition after progressing directly to the Champions League last 16 with a 2-1 win at Girona on Wednesday. "I'm really impressed, making his debut as a Champions League starter today and scoring the goal that he scored,

Mikel Arteta sympathised with Martin Odegaard's after his frustrated celebration following his first goal since November in the Champions League win over Dinamo Zagreb

The picture for the last-16 of the Champions League has become clearer after the draw for the knockout play-off round. Arsenal did not always enjoy the easiest of Champions League campaigns but Mikel Arteta’s side safely made it through to the last-16 as one of the top eight seeds.

Arsenal will enjoy a brief respite during the Champions League playoffs, but they are already aware of the teams they might face in the next stage of the competition.