Smith Rowe cuts short holidays to impress Arteta
Emile Smith Rowe is set to link up with the Arsenal squad in the United States as he aims to build on his success with England’s Under-21 team, according to Football.London.
The 22-year-old had an impressive European Under-21 Championship, scoring two goals and providing an assist as England became victorious. Rather than taking an extended break, the young Englishman is eager to utilize the momentum from his international performances to kickstart his Arsenal career again.
The faith on Smith Rowe among some fans seemed never to have faded away
💫 Smith Rowe is destined for greatness 💎 pic.twitter.com/ffB1rEHNIZ
— Gooner Chris (@ArsenalN7) July 11, 2023
Last season was challenging for Smith Rowe, as he was sidelined for five months due to a long-standing groin injury. Despite recovering from the injury and training impressively, he did not receive a single start under manager Mikel Arteta. Throughout this period, the midfielder’s determination to achieve success with England motivated him.
Following the end of the season, Smith Rowe traveled to Dubai for a week-long training session with coach Sean O’Shea according to the report, which proved beneficial for his performance in the Under-21 Euros. Now, he is focused on building on that success and regaining his place in the the Gunners starting lineup.
Smith Rowe will have less than a week off before joining the Arsenal squad in the United States for their preseason tour. The Gunners will face the MLS All Stars, Manchester United, and Barcelona in friendly matches in Washington, New York, and Los Angeles, respectively.
👏 Can’t question Smith-Rowe’s commitment to getting back to the top level
🏃♂️ Went on a week long fitness camp at the end of the season to prepare for the U21 Euros
💪 Now he’s joining straight up with Arsenal rather than taking holiday pic.twitter.com/pP5Y5pTwCe
— Rory Talks Football (@Rory_Talks_Ball) July 11, 2023
After his preseason was disrupted by injuries last year, Smith Rowe will be hoping that his match fitness from the Under-21 Euros will help him quickly adapt to Mikel Arteta’s requirements. Despite some speculation about his future, it is understood that the 22-year-old is set to remain at the Emirates Stadium this summer and fight for his place, despite the arrival of Kai Havertz from Chelsea.
With Granit Xhaka’s departure, there is an opportunity for Smith Rowe to stake his claim in the Arsenal midfield. Since his return from injury, he has been training in the left midfield position and could be given a chance to showcase his abilities in that role during the upcoming weeks.
With the confidence that the Hale End product has after his heroics in the European championship, it would be enticing to see if Smith Rowe is able to reach the next level in his career.
Writer – Yash Bisht
Of all the Arsenal players Smith Rowe seems to be in the trickiest of them all.
A decision needs to be made on him, he needs game time for him to be involved in Germany Euro 2024.
A loan deal to Aston Villa is not a bad idea, if he can’t be guaranteed vital game time.
Don’t like the idea of stengthening a rival by loaning him to Villa. He has to stay and he’s good enough to fight his way into the team.
There is time before this summer transfer deadlneday on 1st September for Arteta to decide on what course of action he will take on his keeping ESR in his Arsenal-s 25 man team squad or not for the summer campaign next season. But I want to believe that Arteta will retain him in his 25 for the summer campaign.
ESR deserves a pat on his back for his seriousness which he has shown. In his want to linkup with the rest of his team mates who will be on tour of the US for 3 tough friendly training games. So that he wil keepup his fitness and his being in-form on the ups. After his recent participation in the Junior 3Lions’ victory in the European U21 tournament.
This is examplary action taken by ESR that is worthy of emulation by some Arsenal players.
Who have indulged themselves in having extended break when there is the serious business of preseason games at hand for team playing tactics assimilation and optimal fitness sharpness attainment before the new season kicks off with Arsenal vs Man City Community Shield match at Wembley.
Emile needs to move on for the sake of his career.
He never got a sniff last season with MA seemingly having his favourites and now that he has signed Havertz his opportunities will be even more restricted.
I don’t understand why we even bothered with Havertz. It is clear that he is not good enough for the Premiership and his presence is killing the prospects of a Hale End lad.
Thankfully, our Manager who I am sure you will concede is more knowledgeable than you when it concerns football, is of the view that Havertz and ESR are good enough for the EPL .I certainly concur with his professional judgement.
Me2
I don’t know why you pretend to me an Arsenal fan when you obviously think Arteta doesnt know what he’s doing and think his signings are ****