Arteta comments on Lewis-Skelly transfer rumors after pre-season draw
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 12:30 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Mikel Arteta addressed speculation regarding Myles Lewis-Skelly's future with Arsenal following a 1-1 pre-season draw against Como. He refrained from discussing specific transfer rumors linking the teenager to Manchester United and Chelsea, emphasizing that such interest reflects positively on the club's progress. Arteta confirmed that Arsenal is actively pursuing more quality and depth in the transfer market, although he acknowledged that the process depends on various factors beyond the club's control.
- •Arsenal drew 1-1 with Como in a pre-season friendly.
- •Arteta did not comment on Lewis-Skelly's transfer speculation.
- •Lewis-Skelly has been linked to Manchester United and Chelsea.
- •Arteta stated Arsenal is looking to improve the squad.
- •He highlighted market dynamics that influence transfer decisions.
- 3:19 PMYahoo Sports — Mikel Arteta refuses to rule out Myles Lewis-Skelly exit after Arsenal offer star to rivals
- 3:05 PMYahoo Sports — “A good sign,” Arteta responds to interest in Lewis-Skelly
- 12:57 AMESPN Soccer — Arteta welcomes speculation around Lewis-Skelly
- 10:10 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal boss Arteta on Lewis-Skelly reports and transfer latest
"Mikel Arteta has responded to speculation surrounding Myles Lewis-Skelly’s future at Arsenal, with several clubs reportedly showing interest in signing the youngster over recent months.Lewis-Skelly ...
"Mikel Arteta refused to comment on “speculation” surrounding Myles Lewis-Skelly’s Arsenal future, insisting transfer interest in his players is a positive sign.Recent reports have linked Lewis-S...
"Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly has been linked with Manchester United and Chelsea, and Mikel Arteta has refused to rule out a transfer, welcoming speculation around the 19-year-old
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 13, 2026, 3:19 PMMikel Arteta refuses to rule out Myles Lewis-Skelly exit after Arsenal offer star to rivals
Arsenal's Myles Lewis-Skelly has been linked with Manchester United and Chelsea, and Mikel Arteta has refused to rule out a transfer, welcoming speculation around the 19-year-old
- Yahoo SportsAug 13, 2026, 3:05 PM“A good sign,” Arteta responds to interest in Lewis-Skelly
Mikel Arteta has responded to speculation surrounding Myles Lewis-Skelly’s future at Arsenal, with several clubs reportedly showing interest in signing the youngster over recent months.Lewis-Skelly ...
- ESPN SoccerAug 13, 2026, 12:57 AMArteta welcomes speculation around Lewis-Skelly
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has brushed off transfer speculation surrounding Myles Lewis-Skelly, saying he welcomes his players being linked with moves to other clubs.
- Yahoo SportsAug 12, 2026, 10:10 PMArsenal boss Arteta on Lewis-Skelly reports and transfer latest
Mikel Arteta refused to comment on “speculation” surrounding Myles Lewis-Skelly’s Arsenal future, insisting transfer interest in his players is a positive sign.Recent reports have linked Lewis-S...
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