Arsenal star Ainsley Maitland-Niles has been discussing his decision to stay at Arsenal.
Ainsley Maitland-Niles said “There was a lot of speculation going around about that, But ultimately I chose to stay at the club, which I love. I am happy with my decision and I am sure the manager is happy that I stayed as well. It is just about cracking on now and focusing on the games ahead. I just had my head focused on football and just trying to play well, keep myself healthy. When I get my time on the pitch I just do what the manager asks me to do. I wasn’t really focused on any of the speculation going on.”
The England international was linked with a move away from the Emirates Stadium before the transfer window shut earlier this month. But now Maitland-Niles has revealed how talks with Arteta convinced him to remain in North London beyond the ending of the transfer window. The 23 year-old was in and out of Arsenal’s starting XI under Unai Emery and then Arteta last season but has began the season in fine form and handed an England debut for his hard work.
