When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they'll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Mikel Arteta has told Folarin Balogun 'the hard work starts here' after the teenage striker ended months of speculation by signing a new Arsenal contract. Balogun has impressed during his limited first-team appearances this season - averaging a goal every 63 minutes during Arsenal's run to the Europa League semi-finals. Arsenal's attacking struggles were laid bare during their defeat to Everton last Friday, when Nketiah struggled to make the desired impact with both Aubameyang and Lacazette unavailable.

Source: Express April 26, 2021 13:02 UTC