Mikel Arteta put his players through their paces during Arsenal’s first training session in Dubai. After crashing out of the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night, the Gunners jetted off to the Middle East for a warm weather camp at the NAS Sports Complex.
After a busy festive fixture schedule, Arsenal finally have the chance to recharge their batteries. The North Londoners won’t be in action again until February 15 when they lock horns with Leicester City at the King Power Stadium in the Premier League.
Arsenal are currently six points adrift of Liverpool, who sit at the top of the table. However, Arne Slot’s side have a game in hand against Everton – which could prove significant by the end of the campaign.
Liverpool will fancy their chances of crowning themselves English champions, but the Gunners mustn’t be underestimated.
White gets stuck in
Ben White was spotted at the heart of the action as he continues to rebuild his match fitness. The 27-year-old defender has been sidelined since November after having surgery on a knee injury.
While his absence has fast-tracked Myles Lewis-Skelly into the starting lineup, Arsenal have missed White in the backline. His return to action in the next few weeks will come as a huge boost for Arteta.
