Mikel Arteta and Fabian Hürzeler have resolved their public dispute following a text exchange after the Brighton manager criticized Arsenal's playing style. Hürzeler accused the Gunners of 'making their own rules' following their 1-0 defeat to the Premier League leaders last week, comments that sparked controversy in the football world.

Arteta confirmed the private conversation but refused to disclose details, while Hürzeler publicly praised Arsenal's manager and expressed his desire to see them win the title. 'I will be the first person to congratulate him when they win the Premier League because if they win it, they definitely deserve it,' Hürzeler stated, acknowledging the emotional nature of his earlier remarks.

Arsenal currently sit seven points clear of Manchester City with a game in hand, though critics continue questioning their reliance on set-pieces rather than creative attacking football. Arteta defended his approach, stating that playing 'the best football you possibly can' means adapting to what gives his team the best chance to win. The Gunners face Everton this weekend with injury concerns over Martin Odegaard and Leandro Trossard potentially affecting their lineup.