Why Arthur Okonkwo returned as Kieran Tierney learns Champions League fate - Arsenal loan latest
Several members of this season's Arsenal loan army have been in action over the past week as some look to catch the eye of Mikel Arteta or place themselves in the shop window ahead of next summer's transfer window.
Perhaps the standout performer was youngster Brooke Norton-Cuffy as he scored his second goal for Millwall in their 1-1 draw against Huddersfield Town at the weekend. Reacting quickest to a loose ball inside the six-yard box, the teenager bundled an effort over the line to break the deadlock just before the hour mark but the hosts couldn't hold on for all three points.
The likes of Charlie Patino, Tyreece John-Jules, Catalin Cirjan and Mika Biereth have also earned first-team experience over the past week whilst all but two of Arsenal's six senior loan players have also been in action during this period and below is a round-up on how they fared.
Since returning from injury, the Scotland international has quickly reclaimed the left-back spot for Real Sociedad in La Liga and he started Sunday's goalless draw at home to Real Betis. Furthermore, he made a substitute appearance against Inter in the final Champions League group game last Tuesday as his loan club finished top.
With the round of 16 draw taking place this morning (Monday), Kieran Tierney has discovered his fate in the Champions League with Sociedad paired with Paris Saint-Germain which means he is set to pit his wits against the likes of Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele in the new year.
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