Sergio Aguero offers advice to Mikel Arteta on player rotation

Mikel Arteta has a big squad, and last season that depth proved very helpful as the likes of Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard were repeatedly injured and unavailable. However, this season, all of his main players are fit, meaning several…

Published: Saturday, 19 September 2026 at 12:00 PM
Sergio Aguero offers advice to Mikel Arteta on player rotation
Key Things to Know
  • Sergio Aguero supported Mikel Arteta's squad rotation strategy at Arsenal, comparing it to Pep Guardiola's methods.
  • Aguero warned that rotating players who are in good form can sometimes affect them mentally.
  • Arsenal players Martin Zubimendi and Noni Madueke have reportedly struggled for regular minutes due to squad depth.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero has shared his perspective on Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta's squad rotation strategy. With key players returning to fitness, Arteta has faced the challenge of managing a deep squad, leaving some players like Martin Zubimendi and Noni Madueke struggling for regular playing time. Aguero compared Arteta's approach to that of Pep Guardiola, noting that rotation is a reasonable strategy when prioritizing major competitions like the Champions League.

However, Aguero warned that frequent changes can mentally affect players who are currently in good form. He emphasized that the rotation policy is perfectly reasonable as long as it is managed properly by the coaching staff. The advice comes as Arsenal attempts to balance domestic and European ambitions with a highly competitive squad.

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