Arteta did not watch Manchester City’s slip up at Bournemouth with the rest of the Gunners squad and staff.

Mikel Arteta said he would be Bournemouth’s ‘biggest fan’ when they take on title rivals Manchester City with Arsenal closing in on the Premier League title

Arsenal is English champion for the first time in more than two decades. Manchester City’s 1-1 draw at Bournemouth has assured Arsenal a first Premier League title since 2004.