“His attitude” Arteta discusses how Nwaneri feels about lack of game time

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·12 December 2025

“His attitude” Arteta discusses how Nwaneri feels about lack of game time

Ethan Nwaneri has struggled for game time at Arsenal this season, a situation many consider disappointing given the clear potential he possesses. The attacker remains one of the most exciting talents in the Arsenal squad, consistently impressing whenever he is given the opportunity to feature. As part of the current group of players to progress from the Arsenal academy into the first team, expectations around his development are naturally high.

Last season, Nwaneri enjoyed a more extended run with the senior side and made a notable impact. However, opportunities have been limited this term. With Arsenal now boasting a greater number of senior players and competing strongly for the league title, integrating younger players has become more challenging. The demands of the campaign have required the manager to rely heavily on experienced options, meaning academy graduates have had fewer chances to establish themselves.

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Limited Opportunities but Continued Development

The club remain committed to nurturing Nwaneri and intends to offer him opportunities when possible, although it is evident that these chances have not been frequent enough so far. Despite this, the emphasis remains on his long-term growth, with the coaching staff continuing to monitor his progress closely. His potential is well recognised, and the expectation is that he will continue to be developed carefully within the first team environment.

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Arteta Praises Nwaneri’s Attitude

Speaking about how the youngster has handled the lack of game time, Mikel Arteta offered strong praise for his professionalism. Addressing the situation via Arsenal Media, he said, “In the same manner that other players have to cope with this kind of situation, preparing in the best possible way, I think he’s doing it. His attitude has been excellent and when he’s got the chance to play, he proved that I’m wrong, that he needs to play more minutes and help the team as much as possible.”

Arteta’s comments highlight the impressive attitude Nwaneri has shown and reinforce the belief that he remains an important player for the club’s future.

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