Arsenal boss responds to ‘strange character’ claims for White

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has expressed his desire to retain Ben White as part of his squad amid ongoing contract negotiations with the player.

Arteta said today:

“I think he’s progressing the right way in the last few years as you said he had a little bit of a difficult start which is normal because it was a big jump, different expectations and to play as well in different situations and positions.

“But I think it showed a lot of determination and courage to overcome any of that I think he has a big personality I think he goes with pressure really well he has a lot of quality gives different positions and he’s been a key player for us.

“We always try to keep the squad in a healthy position in any way, and the club especially are working on that (White’s contract).”

Arteta emphasized the club’s commitment to maintaining a healthy squad and confirmed that discussions are underway regarding White’s contract.

When asked about White’s perceived disinterest in football, Arteta did not directly address the issue in the provided statement.