Mikel Arteta has said he doesn't take Erling Haaland's "stay humble" jibe personally and insisted he retains a positive relationship with Pep Guardiola.

In each of the past four Premier League campaigns, Arsenal have recorded more points than the season before: from a nadir of 56 points (eighth) after Arteta took over midway through the 2019-20, to 61 points (eighth), to 69 points (fifth), to 84 points (second) to 89 points (second) last season, just two points behind champions Manchester City.

Mikel Arteta says he has moved on from Erling Haaland dispute - Haaland launched a ball at Gabriel’s head before telling Arteta to “stay humble” after the last match between Arsenal and Man City.

Mikel Arteta remains ‘uncertain’ whether or not David Raya will be fit enough to make his return against Manchester City on Sunday. The Spain international has been in sensational form this season and had been a near ever-present before he was forced to miss Wednesday’s win over Girona.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has refused to comment on the club’s interest in Ollie Watkins but says the Gunners’ intentions in the closing days of the transfer market are clear as they chase a striker.

The best of enemies or friends? Pep Guardiola and Mikel Arteta talk up 'exceptional' bond ahead of latest clash

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta's speaks to the press to preview his side's Premier League match against Manchester City.

Arsenal have been given an update on Matheus Cunha. The 25-year-old forward has been heavily linked with numerous Premier League clubs during the January transfer window following his impressive performances for Wolves.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that David Raya remains a doubt for Sunday’s huge clash against Manchester City.The Gunners’ first-choice goalkeeper was ruled out of Wednesday’s Champions League meeting with Girona despite training in the build-up to the game and travelling to Spain,

Mikel Arteta and Pep Guardiola were asked the same question ahead of the latest chapter in Manchester City's rivalry with Arsenal.

Meanwhile Gunners defender Ben White will not return in time for Sunday's fixture as he has yet to train with the squad as he continues to recover from knee surgery.