Former Arsenal captain William Gallas has criticized manager Mikel Arteta for his decision to sign England forward Raheem Sterling on loan from Chelsea. According to the Frenchman, Arteta is not a top-class or world-class coach.

Former Arsenal defender William Gallas has claimed that one Mikel Arteta signing has proven that the Spanish coach is not a world-class manager, casting doubt on whether he is the right man to guide the club back to Premier League glory. Gallas, who made 142 appearances for the Gunners, won two Premier League titles during his time at Chelsea.

William Gallas claims Mikel Arteta’s decision to sign Raheem Sterling and his subsequent use of him proves he is not a world class manager. Eyebrows were raised when the Arsenal boss turned to a player who had been deemed surplus to requirements by Chelsea on the final day of the summer transfer window.