Mikel Arteta will never stop “thinking big” when it comes to Arsenal – despite the enormous challenge ahead. The Gunners boss gave a stirring message to the fed-up fans, but stressed he understands their frustration because the club’s past is steeped in success.
Arsenal are already having to make two sets of plans – one if they win the FA Cup and qualify for the Europa League and another if they miss out.
They also face the prospect of playing at least half next season without sell-out crowds, which normally bring in £2million revenue every game.
It means they cannot think about a new contract offer to Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang until after the FA Cup Final. If they lose, they may not be able to afford him.
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