Arteta Adapts His Managerial Approach To Better Motivate Arsenal Players

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Mikel Arteta is focused on evolving as a manager, recognising that his Arsenal squad requires a different approach now compared to three years ago. Last season, Arsenal secured second place in the Premier League for the third consecutive year and reached the Champions League semi-finals, where they were defeated by Paris Saint-Germain.

Since taking over Arsenal in December 2019, Arteta has managed 210 Premier League games. He has achieved 123 victories, with his team scoring 396 goals and averaging 1.95 points per match. Arteta emphasises the need to adapt his management style to maximise his players' potential.

"There is much more to come," Arteta told The Athletic. "Because the manager that the boys needed three years ago is a different manager than they need today." He believes that as the team evolves, so must he, to ignite their passion and drive.

The Spaniard insists that adapting isn't just about making changes for change's sake. It's about understanding what truly matters and what will inspire his players to excel. "The team has grown so much in every sense of that word that they need somebody else," Arteta explained.

Arteta aims to be exactly what each player needs at any given time. He acknowledges that each player may require something unexpected from him as a manager. This unpredictability can lead to personal growth for both him and his players.

"Each of them are going to require at some point a certain something that they don't expect from the manager," he said. "And that's the beauty of it." This approach keeps both Arteta and his players on their toes, fostering continuous improvement.

Upcoming Challenges

Looking ahead, Arsenal will kick off their 2025-26 season with an away match against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Sunday. This game marks the beginning of another challenging campaign for Arteta and his team as they strive for success in both domestic and European competitions.