Arteta admits Nwaneri needs minutes amid Milan loan offer

Milan's loan bid for Arsenal's teenage star has been turned down, but Arteta's latest comments hint at a possible exit.

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What happened. Milan made a loan offer with an option to buy for Ethan Nwaneri, which Arsenal reportedly turned down. Arteta then admitted the 19-year-old needs regular playing time.

• Nwaneri spent the second half of last season on loan at Marseille.
• Arteta said Arsenal must consider the medium and long term for the player.
• The Community Shield against Manchester City is on Sunday.

“Ethan needs to play football. And if he stays here, it is because we can guarantee him that he can have those minutes.”

— Mikel Arteta

Arteta's comments suggest Nwaneri could leave if Arsenal can't promise minutes, with Milan waiting in the wings.

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