Mikel Arteta's frustration at Eberechi Eze after Arsenal star criticised with 'impossible' commentMikel Arteta struggled to hide his feelings towards Eberechi Eze's most recent Arsenal displayView 2 Images Eberechi Eze had an underwhelming showing against Chelsea (Image: Getty Images)Mikel Arteta was left frustrated with Eberechi Eze after he struggled to build on his north London derby form during an underwhelming display against Chelsea. The Manchester United icon had called out Eze by claiming he should have made himself "impossible to drop" in Arteta's eyes with his performances this campaign. Rooney said previously: "I don’t think he’s been good enough this season. "I get that Martin Odegaard is the captain but you’ve got to make it almost impossible for Mikel Arteta to leave you out. Article continues belowRooney continued: "I think Eze is better in the penalty box but Martin Odegaard is better when he’s a bit deeper.

Source: Daily Mirror March 02, 2026 15:16 UTC