ANFIELD OF SCREAMS

Arteta admits it was painful watching Slot & Co celebrating Prem triumph

- BY ALAN SMITH

MIKEL ARTETA said it hurt him “big time” to watch Liverpool's celebrations last weekend.

But the Arsenal manager insists seeing Arne Slot's men seal the title will not give him any additional motivation next season.

The Gunners can take a huge step towards confirming a third consecutive second-place finish if they beat Bournemouth tonight.

And while they are still dreaming of Champions League glory, Arteta admits witnessing Liverpool become “deserved” champions has stung.