Arsenal’s 18‐year‐old midfielder, Myles Lewis-Skelly, impressed in the recent 5–1 triumph over Manchester City.
He celebrated by mimicking Erling Haaland’s famous goal celebration, a move that, although full of flair, raises concerns about his premature swagger. Moreover, his exuberance exemplifies a level of attitude that both dazzles and demands discipline at such a tender age.
However, while his confidence is admirable, it is clear that Lewis-Skelly must temper his antics. At only 18, he has yet to win silverware, and his imitative celebration of a player who has achieved great things in the league might come off as premature. Consequently, the message is simple: wait until you have a few trophies to your name before you mimic the greats. In short, his natural ability is evident, but a bit more humility is in order.
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Furthermore, Mikel Arteta has built a competitive side that is missing one crucial ingredient: a top striker. For instance, if Arsenal were to sign Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak—the very striker they covet this summer—the Gunners could look like a finished outfit, capable of challenging for major trophies. Notably, despite dominating possession with figures such as 68 per cent in one game and 69.5 per cent in the first leg, Arsenal still were eliminated from the Carabao Cup 4–0 on aggregate because they lacked a proven goalscorer.
In addition, Arsenal’s recent business dealings have not borne fruit. They spent £65million in June 2023 to secure Kai Havertz from Chelsea, believing that Arteta could improve him further. Unfortunately, Havertz has not improved, and he remains no solution for the club. Similarly, their frantic attempt to sign 29‐year‐old Ollie Watkins late in the winter window—before Jhon Duran’s sale to Al Nassr—underscores the desperation that permeates the transfer market.
Ultimately, while young Lewis-Skelly brims with talent and confidence, he must learn that attitude without substance can backfire. His antics now might be acceptable in youth football, but in the high-stakes world of the Premier League, maturity and measured behavior are essential. Therefore, as he continues to develop, he should focus on learning from his experiences and wait until he has the accolades to truly justify his bold on-field celebrations.
