Arsenal wrap up a gruelling week on the road with a third straight away game when they face champions Manchester City in the Premier League on Sunday and manager Mikel Arteta said his squad had been preparing for the clash since pre-season.

Manchester City, the reigning champions, have enjoyed a flawless start with four victories from as many games, positioning them at the top of the league standings. However, they face Arsenal without the services of Oscar Bobb and Nathan Ake, both sidelined due to injuries.

Arsenal have put together a world-class squad that has a bright future ahead. When Mikel Arteta took the Gunners