Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Aston Villa (kick-off 17:30). Here are the key lines from his news conference:

Arsenal and Aston Villa face off in a highly anticipated Premier League clash at the Emirates Stadium, with both sides aiming to maintain momentum in the second half of the season. Catch the action live on SuperSport.

Two of the top seven teams in the Premier League face off as Arsenal faces Aston Villa. It is time to continue our Premier League odds series with an Arsenal-Aston Villa prediction and pick. Arsenal comes into the game at 12-7-2 on the year,

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has spoken on a number of topics in his latest press conference ahead of Saturday's game against Aston Villa.

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal are “actively looking” to make signings in attack this month following injuries to Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Jesus.  Saka, 23, underwent surgery on a hamstring injury in December and is expected to return in March.

Mikel Arteta has said Arsenal "passed a test of attitude" after overcoming a difficult week to beat north London rivals Tottenham 2-1 at Emirates Stadium on Wednesday.

Arsenal have confirmed Renee Slegers as their permanent head coach on a contract until the end of the 2025-26 season. Slegers, 35, stepped up from her role as assistant coach to take interim charge following Jonas Eidevall’s resignation on October 15 and has since overseen 10 wins and one draw in her 11 matches in all competitions.

Renée Slegers, the interim head coach of Arsenal since October 15, has finally been offered a contract and will become the ninth different permanent manager of the club.

Arsenal Women on Friday named Dutchwoman Renee Slegers as their permanent head coach on a contract until the end of the season after she oversaw an unbeaten run of 11 matches across all competitions.