Arsenal boss Arteta on Lewis-Skelly reports and transfer latest

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has declined to comment on reports suggesting Myles Lewis-Skelly's future with the club, stating that speculation regarding his players is a positive sign. Recent articles have suggested interest from both Manchester United and Chelsea. When asked about the speculation after Arsenal's 1-1 pre-season draw with Como, Arteta firmly said, "I’m not going to talk about any speculation.

If there is a speculation about our players, that’s a good sign. That means that we attract attention and they’re doing a good job."

Arteta also emphasized that Arsenal is actively seeking to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season. "Well, there is more that we want to do because every time we have an opportunity to improve the squad and bring more quality and depth to the squad, we need to do that," he said. "But we are actively trying to do so." However, Arteta noted that the transfer market's outcome depends on various factors beyond their control.

"The thing in the market, it doesn’t just depend on you, and we are very clear on that," he explained. "But the approach, the will and the desire of the club, that’s unquestionable, and we want to try to do that. But we cannot promise that we’re going to do it because, again, it doesn’t only depend on us."

For those who appreciate Arsenal's efforts to improve their squad, Arteta recommended subscribing to the Arsenal WhatsApp channel for updates on the latest news.