Athletic Bilbao Coach Commends Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta

Athletic Bilbao’s head coach Ernesto Valverde has expressed unwavering confidence in the abilities of Arsenal’s manager, Mikel Arteta.

Valverde Praises Arteta Ahead of Champions League Clash

In anticipation of their upcoming Champions League encounter, Valverde took a moment to acknowledge the impressive work being done by his coaching counterpart.

“He is undoubtedly one of the finest managers globally,” remarked Valverde. “What he has accomplished at Arsenal speaks volumes.”

Valverde went on to emphasize, “It’s not merely about the quality of players he has at his disposal; it’s also about their style of play, their mindset, and their relentless pressing. They don’t allow opponents to dictate the game and they approach every challenge with consistency.”

The Bilbao manager noted, “When you compete against a team that has the potential to clinch the tournament, as well as the Premier League title, vigilance is essential. We are fully aware of the challenge before us.”

He concluded, “It’s crucial to deliver an impeccable performance to showcase our capabilities while attempting to limit what they can achieve on the pitch. We recently faced them during pre-season, giving us valuable insight into their playing style and current form.”