Mikel Arteta says Arsenal 'absolutely adore' Eddie Nketiah after Leeds double and with future still unclear

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal “absolutely adore” Eddie Nketiah after the forward, whose contract expires in the summer, scored both goals in a 2-1 win over Leeds. Nketiah, 22, has started the last five games for the Gunners after previously struggling for minutes under Arteta. Ad/> He has seized his opportunity with two goals against Chelsea, impressive showings in wins over Manchester United and West Ham, and a starring role against Leeds.

TransfersArsenal to rival Man Utd for Martinez – Paper Round02/05/2022 AT 22:10 His future, though, is still unclear as he has resisted several attempts by Arsenal to extend his stay, seemingly due to concerns over regular first-team action. “He is doing what he has done all season,” Arsenal manager Arteta told Sky Sports after the win over Leeds. “When he’s on the bench, when he’s sitting at home or when he’s on the pitch, this boy doesn’t change, that’s what we absolutely adore him, and he deserves what is happening to him.

Arsenal beat 10-man Leeds to boost top-four hopes Everton out of relegation zone after Leicester win “He has the right environment. The right personnel around him and now he is going to get judged for what he does when he is on the pitch and before he didn’t have that context.” Asked about his recent form, Nketiah said: «Any player wants to be playing and have opportunities, and I’ve worked hard throughout the season to make sure I was ready when I get my chance. »Credit to my team-mates for helping me play and do well.