Arteta expressed concern about Gabriel's absence, as he is a key player in the team's defense. He emphasized the importance of other players stepping up to fill the gap and do their job.

Another defender, Riccardo Calafiori, has been dealing with some health issues and will return to training this week. Arteta said that Calafiori hasn't trained yet and will have a session tomorrow to assess his condition.

Arteta also spoke about the upcoming North London derby against Tottenham. He described the game as "beautiful" and emphasized the importance of a good performance. He acknowledged that the game requires a certain level of emotional intensity and that the team needs to be focused and composed.

Additionally, Arteta was pleased to hear that former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney had mentioned Arsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres in his top three Premier League players. Arteta praised Gyokeres for his work rate and ability to create space for his teammates.

Finally, Arteta was asked about Manchester City's recent draw against Sunderland and their narrowing gap in the league table. He downplayed the significance of City's current form, stating that every team is going to try and win every game, and that Arsenal will focus on their own preparations and performance on Sunday.