Arsenal will continue their pre-season preparations when they face Premier League rivals Tottenham Hotspur in Hong Kong as part of their Singapore tour. Off the pitch, the Gunners have been active in the summer transfer window,

Mikel Arteta hopes Riccardo Calafiori has avoided a serious injury after the Arsenal defender had to be substituted during Sunday's 3-2 win over Newcastle. Calafiori started at centre-back for the Gunners in their second pre-season friendly in Singapore but went down and was replaced by Jakub Kiwior after 49 minutes.

Mikel Arteta risks losing a key player as one of Arsenal's unsung heroes has reportedly refused to sign a new contract with the club and plans to keep his options open

Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus is edging closer to a move away from the club, with Flamengo preparing a formal offer to take the Brazilian on loan. Sporting News understands that Mikel Arteta has given the green light for Jesus to leave this summer, with a loan move currently seen as the most likely option.

Mikel Arteta heaped praise on 15-year-old Max Dowman after his star showing in Arsenal ’s 3-2 win over Newcastle. The teenager replaced Bukayo Saka in the second half at the National Stadium in Singapore, and dazzled fans and staff alike in just his second senior appearance for the Gunners.

Arteta spoke of his 'excitement' at the four signings Arsenal have made during pre-season but says more additions are needed.

One of Arsenal's new star players has credited Mikel Arteta for convincing him to make the switch to North London.