Mikel Arteta admits he looks up to Diego Simeone as Arsenal host Atletico Madrid

Arteta said he rates Simeone at the "highest level".

Mikel Arteta’s managerial style has drawn comparisons with that of Diego Simeone, who is now in his 15th season in charge of Atletico Madrid. Pic: John Walton/PA Wire.

Mikel Arteta called rival boss Diego Simeone “outstanding” and admitted he looks up to him ahead of Arsenal’s Champions League match against Atletico Madrid.

Arteta will lock horns with Simeone for the first time in their group clash at the Emirates on Tuesday as the Arsenal manager bids to build on two wins for his side in Europe so far.