‘Arteta should not dare to start Him today, or I will drop my captain badge.’ Arsenal captain Martin Ødegaard is planning to remove his captain’s armband if Arteta, a £60 million player, starts after his poor performance against West Ham.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has been rigorously preparing his team for their upcoming Premier League match against Burnley at Turf Moor, scheduled for 3 p.m. The Gunners aim to extend their winning streak to five consecutive victories after a commanding 6-0 win over West Ham, maintaining a flawless record in the 2024 Premier League.
In contrast, Burnley, experiencing a winless streak since before Christmas, faces Arsenal after falling to Liverpool in their previous match, despite drawing two of their last four games.
The Arsenal media team recently shared training images, featuring both established players and promising youth talents. Among them is Mauro Bandeira, a 20-year-old academy standout, showcased prominently in various training scenarios, including a moment competing with Martin Odegaard for the ball.
Bandeira, who joined Arsenal at the Under-16 level, has progressed through the ranks, earning a regular spot with the Under-21s. Signing his first professional contract in 2022, he boasts 66 youth appearances for the club, including a loan spell at Colchester United earlier this season. Despite facing a knee injury during the loan, Bandeira, recognized as an ‘all-action midfielder’ by Gunners development expert Jeorge Bird, has returned to Arsenal, showcasing promise for a successful future in the sport.
The prospect of seeing Bandeira participate in senior training sessions is encouraging, sparking speculation that he may make his debut before the season concludes.
