Arsenal star slammed for putting 'everybody on edge' as Mikel Arteta gets Bayern dilemma

Arsenal legend David Seaman has called out Oleksandr Zinchenko for his performance in the defeat to Aston Villa match, suggesting the left-back's errors contributed to a tense atmosphere. The Gunners' unbeaten streak in the league this year came to an abrupt halt after a 2-0 loss, with late goals from Leon Bailey and Ollie Watkins sealing the defeat.

Mikel Arteta's side had the opportunity to go top of the Premier League but now find themselves trailing two points behind Manchester City. Arsenal's record now stands at nine wins, one draw, and one defeat in their last 11 games.

Pre-match decisions raised some questions as Gabriel Martinelli made way for Leandro Trossard, and Kai Havertz shifted to midfield to accommodate Gabriel Jesus up front. Despite these tactical changes, it was Zinchenko who drew Seaman's ire on the Seaman Says podcast:

«Watching Zinchenko in that left back position, I know he likes to go into midfield, but sometimes he gives the ball away in really important positions,» Seaman observed. «He got caught out a couple of times and that puts everybody on edge.»

The Gunners are preparing for the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final against Bayern Munich, following a 2-2 draw at the Emirates in the first leg. Seaman expressed his concerns about the potential impact of a defeat on the rest of Arsenal's season, reports the Mirror.

«It's frustrating because we had a great chance of really pushing, but it's just one game, » he said. «I can't hear anybody singing yet, so let's move on and get on with the rest of the games.

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