"Excuses mean you cannot grow or move forward." Mikel Arteta learned many lessons from his former mentor but seems to have disregarded that particular pearl of wisdom. Arsenal's increasingly beleaguered boss blamed the "tricky" ball used in the Carabao Cup after his side's wayward performance in a 2-0 defeat to Newcastle United on Tuesday.

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is personally very eager for the Gunners to go and negotiate a deal for a highly-rated forward in January.

Emmanuel Petit has identified the three signings Mikel Arteta needs to make in January to kick-start Arsenal’s season and admits he is getting ‘frustrated’ and ‘annoyed’ by Gabriel Martinelli. The Gunners are struggling to show the consistency that enabled them to rival Manchester City for the Premier League title over the past two seasons.

Our opinion on the latest Arsenal news and transfer gossip ahead of the Gunners' clash against Manchester United

Arsenal suffered a first defeat in 13 games when they lost 2-0 to Newcastle in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday, leading to a frustration from supporters.

Mikel Arteta would love to sign Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams in January but there is at least one major obstacle to overcome if that dream is to become a reality. The Gunners have been short of firepower this season and Bukayo Saka’s injury has restricted Arteta’s options even further.

Arsenal are under intense pressure to act in the January transfer market as Mikel Arteta faces key questions amid a faltering Premier League title challenge