Nicolas Pépé is set for talks with Mikel Arteta today as the Arsenal winger battles to get back in favour after his red card for headbutting Leeds United’s Ezgjan Alioski. Arteta took Pépé to task in the dressing room for the incident which led to his dismissal during the 0-0 draw at Elland Road on Sunday and also called him out publicly for his “unacceptable” conduct. The club’s record £72 million signing yesterday apologised for the red card, which forced his team to play most of the second half with ten men. “I let my team down at a crucial time of the game and there are no excuses for my behaviour,” Pépé, 25, said. “I am deeply sorry and would like to apologise to

Source: The Times November 23, 2020 17:09 UTC