By Alan Smith They have been in the same sphere for much of the past 27 years and the narrative remains stronger than ever: until Mikel Arteta wins a major trophy, he will not fully emerge from Pep Guardiola ’s shadow. This afternoon Arteta’s Arsenal head to Manchester City looking to make a statement in the Premier League ’s first bonafide three-way title race since 2010. The league will not be won on Easter Sunday but the grip on the trophy could be loosened. And for Arsenal to succeed the apprentice must outsmart his master. Arteta has been intertwined with Guardiola ever since joining Barc…
