Keith Wyness details 'big subplot behind the scenes' for Man City vs Arsenal showdown

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Keith Wyness details ‘big subplot behind the scenes’ for Man City vs Arsenal showdown Wed 15 April 2026 12:30, UK Mikel Arteta is being backed to beat Pep Guardiola as Arsenal and Manchester City face off in a crucial Premier League match this weekend.That is the view of ex-Everton chief executive Keith Wyness, speaking exclusively to Football Insider, who thinks Arteta will have a “few surprises” for Guardiola. Arsenal go into the clash top of the table, but a Man City win would reduce the gap to three points with a game in hand.The Gunners have opened the door for Man City to win the title after their 2-1 defeat at home to Bournemouth, which has increased the pressure on Arteta to deliver a major trophy.Man City beat Arsenal 2-0 in the Carabao Cup final last month, and with an FA Cup exit since, the Premier League remains Arteta’s most likely chance to bring silverware back to north London. ⚽ Arsenal Matchday ⚽ Team news, line-ups, expert verdicts and previews, and tactical analysis for every Gunners fixture.

VISIT THE ARSENAL MATCH HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Man City vs Arsenal ‘to be one of the best games’ this seasonEverton’s former chief Keith Wyness – who served as CEO at Goodison Park between 2004 and 2009 and now runs a football consultancy advising elite clubs – believes it is set up to be a “cracking game” between the two sides.Speaking on the new edition of Football Insider‘s Inside Track podcast, Wyness thinks Arsenal will benefit from playing away from home.Premier LeagueMan City 2-2 ArsenalPremier LeagueMan City 0-0 ArsenalPremier LeagueMan City 4-1 ArsenalFA CupMan City 1-0 ArsenalArsenal’s last four trips to Manchester City in all competitions.He told Football Insider‘s Inside Track podcast: “It’s pretty obvious that this is a rather big game, and the title is on the line pretty much in this game. Both sides are going to go for it and I think Arsenal will put in a big second half, come out of their shell, and really go for it as well.

I think Arteta’s got a few surprises up his sleeve, and Pep is going to have a few as well. So I expect a real spectacle, and I’m looking forward to this one definitely.”Mikel Arteta’s future at Arsenal set be decidedThe Man City clash could be crucial for Arteta, who has only won the FA Cup once since becoming manager of Arsenal in 2019.Former Manchester United chief scout Mick Brown told Football Insider that Arsenal fans will grow frustrated at Arteta if they do not win the Premier League title this season.There could even be calls for Arteta to be sacked, though the club are planning to hold talks with the Spaniard over a new contract.Arteta’s current contract at Arsenal expires in 2027, and both sides are believed to be happy working together regardless of how this campaign concludes. 💰 ARSENAL INSIDER UPDATE 💰 Inside the transfer budget, player wages, new kits, off-pitch deals and boardroom developments at Emirates Stadium.