Mikel Arteta has spoken of his admiration for Atlético Madrid boss Diego Simeone and believes he could succeed in the Premier League if he ever moved to England.

Arsenal face Simeone's side at Emirates Stadium on Tuesday as the Champions League group stage continues in what will be their first meeting since Arteta took charge of the Gunners in December 2019.

Simeone has been at Atlético for 14 years -- winning La Liga and the Europa League twice among eight honours -- but has repeatedly been linked with a switch to the Premier League amid interest at one time or another from various clubs including Manchester United and Chelsea .

When asked if the 56-year-old would thrive in English football's top flight, Arteta said on Monday: "If he works in the Champions League, which is the

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