Arteta Reflects on Five Years at Arsenal: “The Best Is Yet to Come”
Arteta Reflects on Five Years at Arsenal: "The Best Is Yet to Come"
Arsenal’s head coach Mikel Arteta has provided messages of hope and thankfulness on Friday as he celebrates his 5th year anniversary with the London base club telling fans ‘the best is yet to come’.
A Developmental Odyssey of Achievement
Appointed on December 20, 2019, Arteta has achieved notable milestones:
Succeeding in winning FA Cup in his first season that was his greatest achievement.
Guiding Arsenal to the Champions League after a season which saw the team gradually ease back into the elite club competition.
Overseeing the team to the Premier League second place in the last two seasons.
The Mission Ahead
However, Arteta has not lost sight of greater victory, with Arsenal now six points away from Liverpool in the league.
There are moments when time flies so quickly, and I’m delighted to be here. Arteta added: “It is still a process of learning, it is still a process of growth, and it is still a process of progression and I believe the better is yet to come.
He stressed this goal saying that he wants to win “big trophies” but, at the same time, he appreciates developments at the club.
Building a Strong Foundation
Arteta highlighted the transformations during his tenure:
“The fact that we have maintained our unity, the connection we have, and the fact that we are fighting on large battle axe fronts at the moment – these are things we have not been able to achieve in the last few years.”
Arsenal are now back amongst Europe’s giants, currently sitting third in their current Champions’ League group and looking forward to their League Cup semifinal against Newcastle.
Passion for Arsenal
The 42-year-old reaffirmed his commitment to the club
That is why I am here, I need this job as I like what I am doing, and I like this football club. I always tend to do my best that I can each day as a writer and nurse.”
Looking ahead, Arteta stressed the need for continuous improvement
I have already built something with them and so to go to the next level requires effort.
What’s Next?
Arsenal next play Crystal Palace on Saturday in a match that could reduce the gap at the top of the Premier League to four points.