football.london claims that the Spaniard has bluntly told the 32-year-old that he will be required next season.
The report adds that Arteta believes that Sokratis has no compatibility with her tactical plan and will not play games underneath it.
However, his position did not cause the Greek defender to leave Arsenal and he hopes to replace his coach’s mind.
Sokratis still has one year of contract left and his attitude towards education means he will be excluded from the team as Matteo Guendouzi.
However, a serious injury crisis would reintegrate him into Arsenal’s starting line-up.
Sokratis’ only Appearance in the Premier League since Arteta’s december was opposed to West Ham in March.
Former Borussia Dortmund star then a unused replacement for the last 8 games of the campaign.
His only minute of football since Arsenal’s return came here as a replacement for the FA Cup win at Sheffield United last month.
Arteta has several power plants in his own and William Saliba is still on the sidelines after his loan in Saint-Etienne.
Pablo Mari’s transfer to Flamengo has become a permanent stay, while David Luiz has also signed a new contract.
Arsenal eager for additional defensive reinforcements, with Lille’s central defender Gabriel Magalhaes on his radar.
Speaking after his team beat Watford 3-2 in their last Prem game, Arteta said: “In the back we are short.
“[We have] 3 central defenses that must be had and we don’t have to have them for long anyway this season. We’ll have to deal with that.”
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