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Why Arteta is happier preparing for Burnley than Barcelona
by Layth Yousif
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta
THE comments made by Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta this week, after reports emerged linking him with Barcelona, were as instructive as they were revealing.
When questioned on the rumours, Arteta calmly explained he was fully focused on the job at the Emirates, and that he was enjoying the role.
Not to mention the fact he was preparing for Burnley — who Arsenal play this weekend at Turf Moor — rather than Barcelona.
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