I’ve been silent about it since i left Arsenal but now is the time for me to talk about how i unfairly i was treated by Arteta”- Arsenal loanee Kieran Tierney issued an emphatic response on his Arsenal return as he revealed TWO major reasons why he doesn’t want to play under Mikel Arteta again just like Aubameyang Kieran Tierney Firmly Declines Arsenal Return Amid Left-Back Challenges Kieran Tierney, currently on loan at Real Sociedad, has made it clear that he has no plans to cut short his stint in Spain to return to Arsenal this month, despite the team’s struggles with their left-back position. Related Articles Declan Rice disagrees with Liverpool legend over Kobbie Mainoo & makes strong England prediction 6 days ago It’s Over for him. We are bringing the most hardest coach in the world who refuses to coach any other football club. We offered a huge amount of money for so he could come back from retirement and do great things in Manchester United. Erik ten Hag is simply not the Man for this Job”-Man Utd identify ‘top target’ as Erik ten Hag replacement with deal potentially to be ‘concluded this week. 4 days ago “Return him back to Arsenal, you racists”- Arsenal Legend Ian Wright threatens Bukayo Saka’s participation in the EUROs as he angrily reacts to the player being ‘set up to be the face of defeat” following England’s shocking loss to Iceland [Arsenal fans are fumming] 5 days ago After finding himself sidelined at Arsenal last season, with Oleksandr Zinchenko and Takehiro Tomiyasu preferred in his place, Tierney moved to Real Sociedad this summer to secure more regular playing time. His aim was to stay in peak condition for Scotland’s Euro 2024 campaign. Despite facing some injury setbacks in Spain, Tierney has shown promising performances whenever he has been on the pitch. At Real Sociedad, Tierney has been part of a defensive line that has only conceded two goals in their last five league matches, contributing to the team’s solid form. Meanwhile, back at Arsenal, the situation has been less stable. The Gunners have conceded four goals in their last two league games, which has dampened their title aspirations. Zinchenko has been struggling with his form recently, and Tomiyasu has been out of action due to an injury and is currently away with the Japan national team for the Asia Cup. This has left Arsenal thin at the left-back position, leading to speculation that Tierney might be recalled to help fill the gap. Addressing these rumors, Tierney stated, “Several people have already asked me if I was going to return to Arsenal now, and the answer is no. I’m going to stay here for sure. As for staying here longer, the decision is not mine.” Tierney’s comments suggest he is enjoying his time at Real Sociedad and might be open to extending his stay beyond this season. However, whether Arsenal will allow a permanent transfer, given their current defensive woes, is still uncertain. Zinchenko, Arsenal’s first-choice left-back, is under increased scrutiny from fans who are calling for him to be benched following a series of underwhelming performances. Despite this, he has received support from Arsenal legend David Seaman. On his podcast, Seaman said, “Kieran Tierney gives you more in defence, Oleksandr Zinchenko gives you more in attack when he drops into midfield. I know there’s been a lot of attention on him, but it is about defending as a team. I hate singling players out.” The situation highlights the balance Arsenal needs to strike between maintaining defensive solidity and supporting their attacking play. For now, Tierney remains committed to Real Sociedad, leaving Arsenal to manage their left-back dilemma without him.
Kieran Tierney, currently on loan to Real Sociedad, has unequivocally stated that he will not be ending his stay in Spain prematurely to rejoin Arsenal this month, despite the club’s current challenges at the left-back position. His decision follows a period of being sidelined at Arsenal last season, with Oleksandr Zinchenko and Takehiro Tomiyasu preferred over him.
After his exclusion, Tierney sought more regular playing time, moving to Real Sociedad to maintain peak fitness for Scotland’s Euro 2024 campaign. Despite experiencing some injuries in Spain, Tierney has performed well when fit, contributing significantly to a defensive line that has conceded only two goals in their last five league matches. This defensive stability contrasts sharply with Arsenal’s recent struggles, having conceded four goals in their last two league games, thereby affecting their title hopes.
The situation at Arsenal has been exacerbated by Zinchenko’s inconsistent form and Tomiyasu’s injury, which has taken him to the Asia Cup with the Japan national team. These issues have left Arsenal vulnerable at the left-back position, prompting speculation about a potential recall for Tierney to cover the gap.
Addressing these speculations, Tierney made it clear, “Several people have already asked me if I was going to return to Arsenal now, and the answer is no. I’m going to stay here for sure. As for staying here longer, the decision is not mine.” His comments indicate his satisfaction with his current situation at Real Sociedad and suggest a willingness to extend his stay beyond the current season. However, it remains uncertain whether Arsenal will permit a permanent transfer, given their ongoing defensive issues.
Despite Zinchenko’s underwhelming recent performances, he has received backing from Arsenal legend David Seaman, who emphasized on his podcast that football is a team effort and not about singling out individual players. Seaman noted, “Kieran Tierney gives you more in defence, Oleksandr Zinchenko gives you more in attack when he drops into midfield. I know there’s been a lot of attention on him, but it is about defending as a team.”
The current scenario underscores the delicate balance Arsenal must maintain between defensive strength and attacking support. For now, Tierney remains committed to his role at Real Sociedad, leaving Arsenal to address their left-back challenges internally.
