Arsenal captain **Martin Ødegaard** reportedly admitted he **warned Mikel Arteta** against signing a particular player who ended up performing poorly in their recent 3-2 loss to **Villarreal**. Ødegaard, frustrated by the defeat, said he is “not happy at all” and felt the player’s poor showing embarrassed the team.
### Arne Slot: “This Arsenal Star Scares Me”
Despite the result, **Liverpool boss Arne Slot** praised one Arsenal player’s performance against Villarreal. He admitted the player was **so good** that he could be a major threat in the Premier League next season, even suggesting Arsenal might win the league if he keeps playing at that level.
### Former Arsenal Player Begs for Return
In a surprising turn, a former Arsenal player (not **Gnabry** or **Lacazette**) is publicly **asking for forgiveness** and **pleading with the club** to bring him back. He said he made a mistake leaving and wants a second chance at the Emirates.
### Gyökeres on Arsenal Teammate: “He’s the Best I’ve Ever Played With”
New Arsenal striker **Viktor Gyökeres** had high praise for a teammate, calling him the **best player** he has ever shared the pitch with. He said what this player does is something he’s **never seen before** in football.
