Arsenal’s manager, Mikel Arteta, has advised Eberechi Eze to concentrate on their upcoming match against Crystal Palace rather than dwelling on his past with his former team. Eze, who recently transferred to Arsenal from Crystal Palace for £60 million, is preparing to face his former club for the first time at the Emirates Stadium this Sunday.
Having spent five years at Selhurst Park, Eze bid an emotional farewell to the club’s fans upon joining Arsenal in August. The Gunners are determined to maintain their top position in the Premier League under Arteta’s leadership as they aim to end a 22-year title drought.
Reflecting on the upcoming game, Arteta emphasized the importance of focusing on securing a victory, especially after dropping points against Palace in their previous encounter at the Emirates last season. The manager acknowledged the sentimental value of the match for Eze but stressed the team’s collective goal.
Despite scoring a crucial goal in Palace’s FA Cup triumph over Manchester City before leaving, Eze has only found the net once for Arsenal in the Carabao Cup. He is expected to continue operating in the No.10 role on Sunday in the absence of injured captain Martin Odegaard.
Arteta praised Eze’s performance and adaptation to Arsenal’s playing style, highlighting the midfielder’s commitment to contributing to the team’s success. The manager expressed confidence in Eze’s development and synergy with his teammates, anticipating further improvement with more game time.
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