Mikel Arteta tells these Arsenal players "they have to raise their standards"

"I think that's always very positive, for the players as well, because that means they have to raise their standards in training, Arteta said. The next day you don't know how many minutes because the moment we want to change the game we're going to have options. In the last few years that's something we haven't had for different reasons. And it's something that, once we have it, we have to make sure that we're using it in the right way to be a better team."

"Arsenal spent big in the summer as Viktor Gyokeres, Martin Zubimendi, Eberechi Eze, Cristhian Mosquera, Noni Madueke, Piero Hincapie, Christian Norgaard, and Kepa Arrizabalaga all joined. This means Arsenal have actually coped quite well even with a lot of injuries this season, while Arteta feels it's good for everyone to feel a bit more on their toes."

"Arsenal are seven points clear at the top of the Premier League table, and also top the Champions League league phase table after winning seven out of seven in Europe so far this season. Arteta's side are also looking forward to a Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Chelsea, which they lead 3-2 from the first leg."

Arsenal made multiple summer signings, adding depth across positions with Viktor Gyokeres, Martin Zubimendi, Eberechi Eze, Cristhian Mosquera, Noni Madueke, Piero Hincapie, Christian Norgaard and Kepa Arrizabalaga. The bigger squad has helped the team manage a spate of injuries better than in previous seasons and has increased internal competition. Players are required to raise standards in training and remain ready to be introduced to influence matches. Greater depth offers tactical flexibility the club lacked in past years. Arsenal lead the Premier League by seven points, top their Champions League group, and hold a 3-2 Carabao Cup semi advantage.

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