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Every word from Arteta’s pre-Inter presser

Mikel Arteta said ‘his blood is pumping’ as he anticipates Wednesday night’s Champions League clash with Italian giants Inter Milan at San Siro.

The manager also spoke about outgoing sporting director Edu, the latest on Martin Odegaard and Declan Rice, Saka’s captaincy and he also had a message for our supporters.

Here’s a full transcript from his press conference in Milan…

On his reaction to Edu leaving…
Everything happened very quickly. Obviously I loved working with him, I really enjoyed being alongside him on this incredible journey. From day one we’ve been together. First of all I’m very grateful personally for everything he’s done for me, and for the amazing work he’s done for the football club.