Arsenal attacking midfielder Emile Smith Rowe is not happy at the moment, but manager Mikel Arteta may not let him leave the Emirates Stadium at the end of the season, according to a report.
Emile Smith Rowe reportedly unhappy at Arsenal
The Sun have reported that Smith Rowe is “unhappy with a lack of game time” at Arsenal at the moment.
However, Arsenal manager Arteta could reportedly tell the England international attacking midfielder “to stay put as back-up next term”.
The Arsenal no. 10 has made 10 substitute appearances in the Premier League, one substitute appearance in the UEFA Europa League and one substitute appearance in the FA Cup this season.
HITC Verdict: Stay at the Emirates Stadium
In our view, Emile Smith Rowe should not leave Arsenal at the end of the season.
Yes, the 22-year-old, who can also operate as a winger, has become a squad player now, but he has come through the Gunners’ youth system and still has a bright future ahead of him at the Emirates Stadium.
There is stiff competition for places in the Arsenal attack, and let us not forget that the youngster has had injury problems as well.
Okay, there is interest from Aston Villa, who are going places under former Arsenal manager Unai Emery.
However, we believe that Smith Rowe has a lot to offer to Arsenal.
And he is rated highly by Arteta, who described the midfielder as “an incredible player” in The Athletic in January 2023.
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