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Episode description
As Mikel Arteta celebrates his 39th birthday, the Arsenal Beat's fourth special takes a look back at the Spaniard's career to date - from his decorated playing days to coaching under Pep Guardiola and taking the reins at the Emirates Stadium.
Mark Mann-Bryans is on hand to introduce journalists who have covered Arteta's career.
- PA Media's Ronnie Esplin talks about his time at Rangers.
- Paul Brown of Reach discusses Arteta's impact at Everton.
- ESPN senior football writer and regular Arsenal Beat contributor James Olley looks back at the Spaniard's playing days in north London.
- Paul Hirst from The Times gives us an insight into Arteta's coaching career at Manchester City.
- Mark is then joined by Sam Dean of the Telegraph and Goal's Charles Watts to debate the job Arteta has done since being appointed as Arsenal manager.