Mikel Arteta claims Liverpool are 'there for the taking' for Arsenal

Mikel Arteta has praised Jurgen Klopp ahead of Arsenal facing off against Liverpool on Wednesday night, but has insisted “the game is there for the taking” for the Gunners.

Liverpool head into Wednesday’s match at the Emirates Stadium knowing a victory will put the Reds within a point of league leaders Manchester City. The Reds’ title hopes were given a vital boost on Monday night when Pep Gaurdiola’s side were held to a draw by Crystal Palace.

Though victory against Arsenal is far from a foregone conclusion for Liverpool. Despite already recording a 4-0 league victory at Anfield and overcoming the Gunners in the Carabao Cup semi-finals, Jurgen Klopp will know he is facing a sterner test, this time around.

Mikel Arteta has overseen a five-game win streak at Arsenal and has placed the club in pole position to claim a Champions League spot this season. The Spanish coach is aware of the tough task ahead against Liverpool, but knows that a win over the Reds would also be a statement victory for his side.

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“Beating Liverpool with the way they are playing today is extremely difficult and we are aware of that,” Arteta said . “But we get to the game with the belief and understanding of doing what we can do, the game is there for the taking.

“Credit to Jurgen, the coaching staff and to the club as well for what they have