Kyle Walker’s bust-up with Nicolas Jover at the Emirates Stadium was a result of Manchester City’s agitation at the Arsenal coach’s behaviour last season.
The City captain was dragged away from Jover, a former City coach, as the sides headed down the tunnel following Arsenal’s 1-0 victory against their Premier League title rivals.
Erling Haaland was also close to the incident and Walker was seen smarting at Jover’s offer of a handshake in a frank exchange.
Mail Sport understands that Jover’s refusal to shake hands with City stars after last year’s two league fixtures – both of which Arsenal lost – was seen as disrespectful by the champions.