The third round of the 2025/26 League Cup will feature another key match, with Arsenal away to Port Vale of League One. Arteta stated at the press conference that players with outstanding performances will be given a chance to play, including Kepa Arrizabalaga and Max Doman.

In the fifth round of the Premier League, Arsenal, despite leading by one goal, finally drew 1-1 with Manchester City at home thanks to Martinelli's goal. As Arsenal will also be involved in other important matches in the future, they will make some adjustments to their lineup.

Arsenal manager Arteta said, "There will be many players participating in the game, and they fully deserve these playing time. Kepa is definitely one of them. He has been training with us and has done a very good job in terms of attitude and helping the team in all aspects. So, these players all deserve the time to play."

Speaking about Max Daumann, who plays in the youth academy, Arteta said: "We actually need to observe him more, help him prepare, and fully understand and adapt to the new changes in his life. We need to adjust his sleep schedule and perhaps change the way we educate him. His diet is different, his sleep pattern is different, his training load is different. The information he receives, the pressure and exposure he is under are all different, so we have to manage better in all aspects."

“Alongside these factors, we also have to consider the playing time he gets in different teams. We have to be careful and find the right balance is what we have to strive for and keep Max Daumann as connected to the first team as possible, because he is undoubtedly a player who can help the first team.”

In addition, Arteta also shared, "He was only 14 years old last year, but when he did something, it would be incredible. But everyone liked him very much and wanted to hug him and help him. Max Dawman is also a kind young man. He always cares about the people around him and is loved by everyone."

"That brings with it another responsibility. We have to look after a player who is so talented and make sure we do our best to help him get the most out of his talent. That's our goal."