Martin Odegaard inadvertently revealed a potential concern for Mikel Arteta during a furious exchange in Arsenal ’s FA Cup defeat to Manchester City.
The Gunners fell at the fourth round stage on Friday evening - Nathan Ake’s strike proving to be enough for Pep Guardiola’s men. Whilst elimination gives Arsenal the chance to focus more of their efforts on their title tilt, there appears to be underlying concerns that could hugely hamper the North Londoners’ season.
Ghanaian midfielder Thomas Partey picked up a problem during the game and was replaced by former Anderlecht star Albert Sambi Lokonga at the brea k. The Belgian did not have the best time of things having struggled against a hugely talented Man City midfield.