Arsenal are now facing interest from a number of top European sides for one of Mikel Arteta’s most prized assets in north London. For years under Arsene Wenger, particularly during the move to the Emirates Stadium, Arsenal were unable to stop their best players from leaving. Thierry Henry, Cesc Fabregas and Robin van Persie all left, taking the opportunity to win silverware elsewhere. However, partly thanks to Wenger’s excellent stewardship during a difficult financial era for the club, Arteta is not faced with the same issues today. Arsenal wouldn’t be forced to sell to any Premier League riv…
