This archive report was first published on 23 August 2019.
Published on August 23, 2019, Arsenal manager Unai Emery has expressed concerns that Shkodran Mustafi and Mohamed Elneny may not receive sufficient playing time this season.
Mustafi, a German center-back, made 31 league appearances last season in a defense that conceded 51 goals, more than double the number conceded by champions Manchester City (23).
Elneny, a midfielder, was largely relegated to the fringes of the first team, sparking unhappiness when he wasn't given playing time.
Emery has spoken with both players extensively, acknowledging their unhappiness and suggesting that a move to another club could be beneficial for their careers.
"They are very big players but for one circumstance or another they are going to have fewer chances to show their capacity or to be happy with us and the minutes they play in matches," Emery said.
With the Italian, Spanish, German, and French transfer windows still open until September 2, there is still time for Mustafi and Elneny to seek new opportunities outside the English top flight.
