The Spaniard admits that the Gunners are a long way off Europe's elite clubs at the moment, but he is confident of a gradual turnaround in fortunes
Mikel Arteta has identified the need to change the "culture" at Arsenal, insisting a solid foundation for future success is already in place at Emirates Stadium.
Arteta was drafted in as Unai Emery's permanent successor on December 20, after spending three-and-a-half years as Pep Guardiola's number two at Manchester City.
Encouraging signs of progress have been shown under the Spaniard, most notably in a 2-0 victory over Manchester United on New Year's Day, but the Gunners remain in mid-table.