Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has spoken about the potential departure of Chido Obi to Manchester United, stating that he was not heavily involved in the decision-making process. According to Arteta, when a player decides that their best option is to leave the club, there is little that can be done to change their mind. This situation is deemed unfortunate by Arteta, as the club’s goal is to retain and develop players from their academy, allowing them to achieve success.
Background on Chido Obi
Chido Obi is a player who has been linked with a move away from Arsenal, with Manchester United being a potential destination. As a player who has come through the Arsenal academy, his potential departure may be seen as a loss for the club. With Arteta’s comments, it is clear that the club values the development of their academy players and aims to keep them at the club to achieve success.
Arteta’s Recent Comments
In recent weeks, Arteta has been discussing the challenges faced by Arsenal in the Premier League title race, as well as the club’s determination to remain competitive. As reported, Arteta has highlighted the challenges in the Premier League title race and has dismissed speculation about Arsenal surrendering their title ambitions. These comments suggest that Arteta is focused on the club’s overall performance and is working to address any issues that may be affecting their success. According to Arteta, the club’s determination remains unshaken, despite recent setbacks, including a defeat that prompted Arteta to call for reflection.