But he made an almost immediate impact during his appearances in the Europa League.
In just three matches in Europe, including just one start, Smith Rowe scored one goal and contributed two assists.
Without a win in seven Premier League matches, Arteta was desperate to turn his side’s fortunes around ahead of the Boxing Day match at home to Chelsea.
Smith Rowe put in a fine performance at the Emirates, providing the assist for Bukayo Saka’s second goal and helping the Gunners to an invaluable three points.
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