Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has shed light on his strategy to address the void left by injured defenders Jurrien Timber and Ben White at right-back. With Timber still on the recovery path and White ruled out for the season after picking up an injury in the narrow 1-0 victory over West Ham, the Gunners are facing a crucial period with both Premier League and Champions League commitments looming.
One name that has emerged as a potential solution is center-back Cristhian Mosquera, who has prior experience in the right-back role. When asked whether Mosquera could fill the gap, Arteta emphasized the need for flexibility. Speaking to Football London, he stated, “There are different options depending on the opponent and the tactical approach we want to take. We cannot rely on just one player; we must have two or three alternatives because situations can change rapidly during a match. Injuries can happen, so we need to be adaptable.”
The Spaniard further explained that the team has faced similar challenges throughout the season and has consistently found ways to maintain high performance. “We’ve had issues in various positions before, and we’ve managed to adapt. I’m confident we’ll do the same now,” Arteta added. The Gunners will need to quickly finalize their defensive setup as they push for silverware on multiple fronts.