Mikel Arteta says he has had to adapt his tactical approach “much more” than he expected since taking over as Arsenal boss, due to the composition of his squad.
Arteta left his role as assistant coach to Pep Guardiola’s highly attacking Manchester City side to take over at Arsenal in December 2019 and enjoyed a largely successful start to his tenure, including winning the FA Cup.
However, a seven-game winless streak had seen pressure mount on the Spaniard and his approach questioned, before a 3-1 win over Chelsea on Boxing Day brought some much-needed respite to the Emirates.