Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is wary facing Brighton on Sunday.

Brighton go to London on the back of defeating Olympique Maseille in the Europa League.

“They are a really good side," said Arteta. “Last year when we had the game under control was when we conceded a goal and then the game completely broke up and we struggled, especially in the last 15 minutes of the game, so we have to play better and be very efficient, which is key against them.

“They are really good - they have really good players and their way of playing is very specific and causes you problems. They were very efficient. Efficiency in football is key and on that day, they were more efficient than us."

On Brighton manager Roberto de Zerbi passion from the sidelines, Arteta admits he can relate.

“We live the game as we feel it," he said. “When I was a player, it was very similar. Everybody has their own way of being, talking and communicating. I think it's great. As long as we're genuine, I think that's great.

“I know him and have spoken to him a few times about different topics. I've followed his career since he was at Sassuolo, before he moved to Ukraine. It's very impressive what he's done, the way his teams play and what he's accomplished in the Premier League as well."