Mikel Arteta responds to Pep Guardiola dig ahead of Arsenal vs Luton
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Arsenal Manager Mikel Arteta and Pep Guardiola || Image credit: Imago

Mikel Arteta responds to Pep Guardiola dig ahead of Arsenal vs Luton

Faruq Ibrahim 18:46 - 04.12.2023

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta responds to Pep Guardiola's statement.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta gave an interesting response when Pep Guardiola’s swipe on him was brought up during the pre-match press conference of the Premier League clash against Luton.

What happened 

The Gunners manager previously got in trouble with the FA for his rant after perceived injustice during his team’s draw against Newcastle at St James’ Park.

Guardiola found himself in a similar situation over the weekend when a refereeing error impacted his team in their draw against Tottenham.

Speaking after the game, Pep was calm and when asked about referee Simon Hooper’s error, Guardiola, implying he would not go on a rant, said he would not do a ‘Mikel Arteta’.

"Next question. I will not do a Mikel Arteta comment,” Guardiola said, per the Independent.

Mikel Arteta is reportedly in the market for a number 9. (Photo Credit: PL)
Mikel Arteta is reportedly in the market for a number 9. (Photo Credit: PL)
Man City boss, Pep Guardiola.
Man City boss, Pep Guardiola.

"It is hard when you review the image, the referee decides to blow the whistle after he has already said to play on. After the pass, the whistle, so I do not understand this action.

When asked to address that, Arteta said, "I don't know. I'm not sure. I have enough in my garden and on my plate as well, so let's move on."

Meanwhile, Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Portuguese midfielder Fabio Vieira has picked up an injury that will require surgery and is expected to be out for “weeks” as a result.

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