Mikel Arteta has been speaking about the progress academy graduate Myles Lewis-Skelly has made this season. The 18-year-old is having a breakthrough campaign and shone during the 2-1 win over Tottenham at Emirates Stadium. Lewis-Skelly is naturally a central midfielder but has been impressing at left-back for the Gunners.

Mikel Arteta waxes lyrical on the progress of Myles Lewis-Skelly following his impressive game against Tottenham

Myles Lewis-Skelly has had a fantastic breakthrough campaign, which continued against north London rivals Tottenham in Arsenal’s 2-1 win.The 18-year-old has played the whole season with a maturity

"My mum is here, my grandma, my friends," Lewis-Skelly told Optus Sport after the game. "I had to put on a show for my grandma and make sure I didn't look soft in front of her. I had to make sure I was winning my tackles for her and hopefully she is proud of me.