'We prepare every game to win' - Mikel Arteta says Arsenal will try to beat Manchester City

Arteta confirmed on Friday that he will continue to be without Bukyao Saka as he battles an Achilles injury.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta will not consider playing for a draw at Manchester City (Nick Potts/PA)

Mikel Arteta insisted it has not crossed his mind for “one second” to play for a draw in Arsenal’s mouthwatering Premier League clash against Manchester City on Sunday.

The Gunners will head to the Etihad guarding a six-point lead over Pep Guardiola’s side, and avoiding defeat could prove pivotal in their quest for a first league title in 22 years.