Arteta is the main reason I left Arsenal; he does not treat his players equally’: £40 million Arsenal player finally explains why he left EMIRATE last summer – Not Aubameyang.
The current state of affairs at Arsenal appears stable, yet amidst the tranquility, there’s a tinge of sadness among fans regarding a departed player in January. Mikel Arteta’s squad experienced a month devoid of significant upheavals, primed for another round of hefty summer spending. There’s a lingering hope within the Arsenal camp that they might finally make a move for Brentford’s Ivan Toney, a prospect they’ve been eyeing for some time.
Undoubtedly, Arteta’s side wields considerable influence in the transfer market, aiming to allure talents like Declan Rice. However, this pursuit of external talent comes at a cost, widening the gap between the club’s first team and the Hale End academy. The ascent from academy to first team seems increasingly distant, with Bukayo Saka likely marking the culmination of such transitions for the time being.
In light of this, Lino Sousa opted to part ways with Arsenal in January, seeking greener pastures at Aston Villa. Despite carving a solid reputation in North London, Sousa believed his prospects for the future were brighter elsewhere. Immediately after departing Villa, he secured a loan move to Plymouth Argyle for the remainder of the season.
Sousa has since shed light on his decision to depart Arsenal, sharing insights with Plymouth Live. His abrupt departure from Arsenal puzzled fans towards the end of January, leaving many questioning the rationale behind his exit. Nevertheless, Sousa has provided clarity, emphasizing his desire for regular first-team football as the driving force behind his move, whether at Arsenal or elsewhere. Villa, in his view, presented the optimal platform and plan to realize this ambition, prompting his conscious choice to leave.
