Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that new signing Noni Madueke will not join the club’s pre-season tour just yet.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has opened up on the absence of new signing Noni Madueke from the club’s ongoing pre-season tour, clarifying that the young winger has been granted a short break before linking up with the squad.
Madueke, who recently completed his move to the North London club, was expected to be part of the Gunners' preparations in Singapore.
However, speaking on Monday after the team landed in Asia, Arteta revealed that the 23-year-old will not join the squad just yet.
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“With Noni, I'm very, very excited,” said Arteta as per the club's official website.
“You've seen the reaction of all the players as well, especially the ones who know him very well. He needs a little bit of a break now, but he will be with us soon showing what he's going to bring to the team."
The decision not to include Madueke in the traveling squad appears to be a calculated one, likely designed to allow the former Chelsea winger to recover and recalibrate after a long domestic season and Club Wolrd Cup campaign with the Blues.
Arsenal’s medical and technical staff are said to be closely monitoring his condition to ensure he integrates into the squad in peak shape.
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Despite not traveling with the team, excitement around Madueke’s arrival continues to grow among fans and players alike.
Known for his flair, directness, and creative edge on the flanks, Madueke is expected to add a new dimension to Arteta’s attacking options.
His Premier League experience and versatility make him an ideal fit for Arsenal’s evolving style of play.
Arteta, who has shown a keen eye for player development, will likely use the coming weeks to gradually ease the English winger into the squad’s rhythm.
Madueke is expected to join up with the team shortly after the pre-season tour, as the Gunners gear up for a demanding 2025/26 campaign across domestic and European competitions.
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