Mikel Arteta's press conference ahead of Arsenal's Premier League match against Newcastle United at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday afternoon is available in full here.
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"He's training and pushing himself and the rest of the staff as hard as he always does, so perhaps he'll be a little sooner than thought. He's progressing nicely, and perhaps we'll be able to get him a little earlier.
"We'll have to see; it's still too early to say."
"Not only that, but I appreciated the reaction we had in the Anfield dressing room after the game, and how some players took the initiative and articulated what happened in an open and honest manner, while also looking forward.
"This isn't something that will never be like this (upward motions) in a season; there will always be bumps in the path." There are results, injuries, and challenges to deal with, and I was impressed with how the team handled themselves throughout the week."
When you're up against a Newcastle team that's on the rise, it's important to be focused.
"We're genuinely looking forward to the game; as I stated after a loss, you want to get back on track as soon as possible."
In a different environment, we're on a roll, we're playing at home, we'll have our fans cheering us on, and we'll perform admirably. First and foremost, play as well as we possibly can, and we will be closer to winning the game."
Return of Willock
"I think it'll be great to have him; we all adore and respect Joe." It was painful to let him go, but I believe he has demonstrated why he needs to play there. He's counting down the minutes till he can take on a new challenge."
Lacazette isn't worried because she can sign a pre-contract in January.
"Whether we are concerned or not, things have happened in the last few seasons for different players, but those possibilities are there, and some next teams and some players have more influence. "But the main thing is that communication is clear, and both parties' goals are very clear."
Is there a formal Wenger offer?
"There was communication; I met him and spoke with him when we went to watch the movie, and it was extremely lovely to see and speak with him."
I hope we can get him close because I think he'd enjoy seeing the environment he can create around here because of the respect, adoration, and love that everyone at the club has for what he's done and what he symbolizes as a person for this club."
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