Emile Smith Rowe, the Arsenal midfielder, has made it clear that he is prepared to fight for his place in the team despite the arrival of Kai Havertz at the Emirates.
The unexpected addition of Havertz to the Arsenal squad has raised eyebrows, but manager Mikel Arteta has emphasised the German’s significance to the team.
While Havertz’s arrival may pose a challenge for Smith Rowe, Arsenal views him as a player who can enhance their performance. Smith Rowe’s playing time was limited last season due to injuries and a dip in form, resulting in a lower position in the squad hierarchy.
Nevertheless, Smith Rowe has been displaying exceptional form in the Euro U21 competition, and there is optimism that he will carry that momentum into the pre-season with the Gunners.
Smith Rowe remains determined to prove his worth and compete for a place in the Arsenal team, undeterred by the arrival of Havertz. He aims to demonstrate his abilities and contribute to the team’s success in the upcoming season.
Speaking about the new competition from Havertz, Smith Rowe said via The Sun:
“It’s really exciting so hopefully we can go one step further next season.
“Of course (it is extra competition with Havertz arrival), but this is football.
“You’ve just got to get on with it. I’ve got to keep working hard and it’s healthy competition. I’ve got to keep fighting.”
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Smith Rowe knows more players will join Arsenal as they continue to rebuild. It is up to their current options to make themselves too good to be benched.
With his current attitude, the midfielder will get more game time in the next campaign.
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Took the UEFA European under- 21 Championship by the scruff recently scoring goals for fun.
A clear plan should be now in place for the kid if not then loan to Aston Villa.
Your wrongly said “kid” is actually 22.
A fully grown man and we need him to produce this seaon, to stay fit and to either prove himself THIS season or we will rethink his usefulness to our team and club.
“KIDS” ARE AROUND 17/18
AND NOT 22!!
“Kids” are 16 and under, adults are anything older. If we’re having to be pedantic…
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Going on his performances for the English U21’s, it would seem that the operation on his groin has been successful. 🤞that he has an injury free season, and we see the real ESR.
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Wss hoping the gaffer tweak him a bit similar to Bellingham carrying the ball with his close control.
His skills set are different very direct he drives forward with the ball glue to his feet almost like a Bellingham.
From all indications he seems to be back.
I concur Gunsmoke. A fit ESR gives Arteta plenty of options, but as you say, that Bellingham role would suit him.
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I fear that the odds are stacked against Smith Rowe considering what Arsenal payed for Havertz. Hopefully it won’t be a repeat of next season where ESR is placed down in the pecking order behind that lame duck Viera all because of a squandered 35 million. A fit ESR would be an extra bonus to any Arsenal starting lineup. Fingers crossed that Arteta utiles hid best assets because I still see ESR as a player who reaches his peak, playing in Liverpool’s or Newcastle’s colours.
Smith rowe is a far better player than Kai Havertz. His numbers when he is fit show it. Arteta got it wrong