Mikel Arteta challenges Arsenal's young talents to prove their worth for the senior squad this season. Following a 1-0 victory over AC Milan, where 15-year-olds Max Dowman and Marli Salmon made their debuts, Arteta praised the youth development focus within the club. He expressed confidence in the young players’ abilities, emphasizing the supportive environment of the team. While acknowledging the need for young players to adapt to high physical demands, Arteta indicated that they are getting the opportunity to prove themselves and must earn their regular spots in the team.
"Very happy with all the kids. I think they are able to play at that level at 15 years old in my opinion because of the environment and culture that is within the team."
"At least it gives you the best chance and then you have to have the qualities this kid has to deliver against opposition like this."
"We don't know with all the young kids. At the end they are in and around the team constantly and they getting used to the dynamics and the demands."
"Especially raising the physical levels because the demands they need to perform and impact at the level is really high physical standards. They are getting there and that gives them a good platform and they will have to earn it."
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