Rio Ferdinand has named two players that Arsenal would not have come close signing had it not been for Mikel Arteta. Despite a slow start to life at the Emirates Stadium, the Spaniard's project is beginning to finally take shape.
With the help of sporting director Edu, the Gunners have welcomed some exciting talent to the London Colney including the likes of Martin Odegaard, Gabriel Magalhaes and Gabriel Martinelli. The trio have been central towards Arsenal's success this season as the north Londoners look to defend their place at the top of the Premier League.
The Gunners have a game in hand and a five-point lead over second-placed Manchester City. Arteta spent three years assisting Pep Guardiola at the Etihad Stadium, working alongside Gabriel Jesus and Oleksandr Zinchenko.
