Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has praised Ethan Nwaneri for his confident performance in the Gunners’ 2-0 victory over Leicester City.
The teenage midfielder provided an assist for the opening goal and was a constant threat throughout the match, showcasing his creativity and composure on the ball. Softfootball reports that Arteta believes the young star deserves his place in the team.
Arteta highlighted that Nwaneri’s age often raises questions about how to manage his development, but his recent displays have silenced any doubts.
He emphasized that when a player shows such eagerness and ability, it is crucial to let them play with freedom and support their natural instincts rather than holding them back.
He explained his approach by stating:
Every sign that he’s given us is ‘Let me go for it, let me go, let me go, let me go.’ When a player is giving you all those signs, you should not stop it.
You have to play with that freedom, with that creativity, with that confidence that he’s playing at the minute, and the players around him believe in him.
Nwaneri’s impact was evident as he created chances and dictated the tempo, proving himself to be one of the most dangerous players on the pitch.
His partnership with senior teammates continues to grow, providing Arsenal with a dynamic option in the final third as they push for silverware this season.
