Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has admitted he is uncertain whether Manchester City’s ongoing legal case is damaging the Premier League’s reputation, insisting that his priority remains helping Arsenal maintain their position among the world’s leading clubs.
When asked about the potential impact of the case on the league’s image, Arteta acknowledged that the situation was beyond his control. The Spaniard stressed that clubs must concentrate on their own responsibilities while continuing to uphold the Premier League’s global standing.
Arteta’s comments come amid continued attention surrounding Manchester City’s legal dispute with the Premier League. The case has attracted significant interest across English football, with questions about its potential implications for the competition’s credibility.
However, the Arsenal manager made it clear that his focus is on ensuring his club continues to perform at the highest level rather than becoming distracted by matters outside his influence.
He believes Arsenal must contribute through their performances, standards and conduct to preserve the Premier League’s reputation as one of the world’s most competitive football competitions.
Meanwhile, Arteta has confirmed that Christos Tzolis will be unavailable for several weeks because of a muscular injury, providing an unfortunate update as Arsenal manage their fitness concerns.
The injury represents another setback for the club, with Arteta facing difficult decisions over squad selection and player availability during a demanding period of the season.
Arsenal will hope Tzolis makes a full recovery and returns to action as soon as possible. His absence could force the manager to consider alternative options while maintaining the team’s competitive level.
With important fixtures approaching, Arteta must balance his squad’s physical condition with the need to collect results. The manager’s immediate priorities remain clear: keep Arsenal competing for major honours and ensure the team continues to meet the standards expected of the club.
