Arteta also confirmed that Declan Rice, Riccardo Calafiori, and Bukayo Saka are all available and ready to start if needed.

When asked about former teammate Danny Welbeck, who will face Arsenal after joining Watford in 2019, Arteta expressed his happiness for Welbeck's success and hoped he wouldn't score against his former club.

Arteta also praised Brighton's manager Fabian Hurzeler, who has led the team to a strong start this season. He noted that Hurzeler has added a new dimension to the team and that they are well-prepared and difficult to beat.

Arteta acknowledged that the team's schedule is challenging, with many games in a short period. He aims to manage the minutes and loads of the players to ensure they remain competitive.

Finally, Arteta discussed the excitement surrounding the team and the noise about their chances of winning the Premier League. He believes that this level of enthusiasm is a good sign and that the team should strive to win big trophies.