Overview
- Arsenal top the Premier League by four points at the halfway stage after a 4-1 win over Aston Villa coupled with Manchester City’s goalless draw at Sunderland.
- Asked about Arsenal’s history of leading at year’s end but not winning the title, Mikel Arteta answered, “Let’s break it.”
- Arteta confirmed key returns for Gabriel, Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz, giving him more selection options across the pitch.
- Declan Rice missed the Villa game with a swollen knee and remains under assessment ahead of the trip to Bournemouth.
- With the January window open, Arteta said the club is “open to every option,” seeking the right short-, medium- or long-term additions.