Pepe opens door to Arsenal exit as Arteta communication problem revealed

Posted Tuesday, March 29, 2022 by Tribalfootball.com

Nicolas Pepe has hinted he could leave Arsenal this summer.

The Ivory Coast winger has made just five Premier League starts this season.

And Pepe has admitted he is frustrated with his situation at the Emirates.

When asked if he could leave Arsenal, Pepe said of Ivory Coast's friendly with England: "I am focused on how well we do until the end of the season and the club's target, which is getting into the Champions League. Then we will see what happens."

He added: "It is an honour to play for Ivory Coast. The most important thing is to enjoy your football. That is something I am able to do when I get the chance to play.

"It is happening at international level and a bit less so at club level. It is frustrating not to play. No player enjoys not playing but I have to respect the coach's decision.

"When a team is winning it is hard for a coach to make changes. Mikel has explained that to me and I know I have to work hard in training to get more playing time.

"The coach knows what I think and how hard I am working. It is also about communication. Sometimes it is not easy to communicate with the language barrier.

"It has been a tough season for me."