Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta put his side through their paces in the sweltering Dubai heat as they got their warm weather training camp underway. January signing Pablo Mari linked up with his team-mates and got onto the pitch in Gunners colours for the first time since sealing his move from Flamengo. Fellow new-boy Cedric Soares was not involved as the former Southampton right-back remains sidelined with an injury. But it did not stop the rest of Arteta's squad getting back up to speed with an intense session as they aim to finish the campaign with a flourish to launch at challenge for the Premier League top four. Here's five things we noticed from their Dubai training camp as they ramp up preparations after some down time. Read More Related Articles Gabriel Martinelli opens up on Barcelona snub ahead of Arsenal transfer Read More Related Articles Laurent Koscielny contract details emerge showing he took huge pay cut to leave Arsenal 1) Mari put through his paces Pablo Mari completed his huge move from Flamengo after a hectic few days - now he is ready to get to work. The defender is set to add depth to Mikel Arteta's back line and is looking to instantly make the leap from the Brazilian top flight to the Premier League. He emerged as a crucial figure for Jorge Jesus' side as they dominated on the domestic scene and won the Copa Libertadores last year. Read More Related Articles Gabriel Martinelli speak out on both Unai Emery and Mikel Arteta's influence at Arsenal Can he transfer that form to English football? That is the big question. He looked happy to finally get on the training pitch with his team-mates, watching closely by new boss Arteta. Will this be the start of a successful Arsenal career, or will he join the long list of flops to line-up in Arsenal's defence? 2) Feeling the heat Arsenal have headed to Dubai for a warm weather training camp. It appears that is certainly what they have got. Players almost all opted for sleeveless attire with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang rolling up his shorts in the sweltering heat. Read More Related Articles Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta's handling of Lucas Torreira comes in for criticism Despite training at dawn and ending the session under the floodlights, they got a physical test in humid conditions. It's going to be a reality check when they get back to the English winter next week.... 3) Laid back Mustafi The arrival of Pablo Mari poses a direct threat to Arsenal's existing centre-backs. With David Luiz reportedly impressing Mikel Arteta thus far, the under-fire Shkodran Mustafi looks at most serious risk. Read More Related Articles Bernd Leno praises Mikel Arteta for clearing up Unai Emery's 'mess' at Arsenal But the German nonetheless appeared relaxed in training, looking laid back as he stretched in the warm-up to prepare himself for a session. An injury is the last thing Mustafi wants as he knows Mari is waiting to take his place - but perhaps the compe
5 things we noticed from Pablo Mari's first Arsenal training session in Dubai
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta put his side through their paces in the sweltering Dubai heat as they got their warm weather training camp underway. January signing Pablo Mari linked up with his team-mates and got onto the pitch in Gunners colours for the first time since sealing his move from Flamengo. Fellow new-boy Cedric Soares was not involved as the former Southampton right-back remains sidelined with an injury. But it did not stop the rest of Arteta's squad getting back up to speed with an intense session as they aim to finish the campaign with a flourish to launch at challenge for the Premier League top four. Here's five things we noticed from their Dubai training camp as they ramp up preparations after some down time. Read More Related Articles Gabriel Martinelli opens up on Barcelona snub ahead of Arsenal transfer Read More Related Articles Laurent Koscielny contract details emerge showing he took huge pay cut to leave Arsenal 1) Mari put through his paces Pablo Mari completed his huge move from Flamengo after a hectic few days - now he is ready to get to work. The defender is set to add depth to Mikel Arteta's back line and is looking to instantly make the leap from the Brazilian top flight to the Premier League. He emerged as a crucial figure for Jorge Jesus' side as they dominated on the domestic scene and won the Copa Libertadores last year. Read More Related Articles Gabriel Martinelli speak out on both Unai Emery and Mikel Arteta's influence at Arsenal Can he transfer that form to English football? That is the big question. He looked happy to finally get on the training pitch with his team-mates, watching closely by new boss Arteta. Will this be the start of a successful Arsenal career, or will he join the long list of flops to line-up in Arsenal's defence? 2) Feeling the heat Arsenal have headed to Dubai for a warm weather training camp. It appears that is certainly what they have got. Players almost all opted for sleeveless attire with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang rolling up his shorts in the sweltering heat. Read More Related Articles Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta's handling of Lucas Torreira comes in for criticism Despite training at dawn and ending the session under the floodlights, they got a physical test in humid conditions. It's going to be a reality check when they get back to the English winter next week.... 3) Laid back Mustafi The arrival of Pablo Mari poses a direct threat to Arsenal's existing centre-backs. With David Luiz reportedly impressing Mikel Arteta thus far, the under-fire Shkodran Mustafi looks at most serious risk. Read More Related Articles Bernd Leno praises Mikel Arteta for clearing up Unai Emery's 'mess' at Arsenal But the German nonetheless appeared relaxed in training, looking laid back as he stretched in the warm-up to prepare himself for a session. An injury is the last thing Mustafi wants as he knows Mari is waiting to take his place - but perhaps the compe
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