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Mikel Arteta explains his decision to bring Lewis-Skelly back
TL;DR
Mikel Arteta has reintroduced Myles Lewis-Skelly into the Arsenal lineup, starting him in the last two matches. Despite his impressive performances, questions remain about his earlier absence from the team.
Key points
- Myles Lewis-Skelly has started the last two matches for Arsenal
- He has impressed in recent games against Fulham and Atletico Madrid
- Lewis-Skelly is currently behind Hincapie and Calafiori in the left back position
- He has shown versatility by performing well in midfield
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Mikel Arteta explains his decision to bring Lewis-Skelly back
Myles Lewis Skelly has started Arsenal’s last two matches as Mikel Arteta reintroduces the Arsenal academy graduate during the closing stage of the season. He has impressed in recent appearances against Fulham and Atletico Madrid, which has led to expectations that he could be used more regularly before the campaign concludes.
Despite this, fans have questioned why he was out of the team for such a long period earlier in the season. Arsenal view him as a talented player, although he currently sits behind Piero Hincapie and Riccardo Calafiori in the pecking order for the left back position. He has also shown versatility by performing well in midfield in his last two outings.
Arteta explains selection decision
Mikel Arteta has now addressed the situation, explaining that Lewis Skelly’s development has been managed carefully. He emphasised that both the player and coaching staff needed time to fully understand expectations at senior level.
As reported by The Mirror, Arteta said:
“I think it’s been a process of, probably understanding him better, him understanding as well the standards that are required when you play or don’t play that much at this level, to understand the reasons why you play or don’t play as well, and then he’s been exceptional.”
Q&A
Why was Myles Lewis-Skelly absent from the Arsenal team earlier this season?
Myles Lewis-Skelly was out of the team due to being behind Piero Hincapie and Riccardo Calafiori in the left back position.
What positions has Myles Lewis-Skelly played for Arsenal recently?
Myles Lewis-Skelly has played as a left back and has also shown versatility by performing well in midfield.
What did Mikel Arteta say about Lewis-Skelly's recent performances?
Mikel Arteta noted that Lewis-Skelly has impressed in his recent appearances against Fulham and Atletico Madrid.
