Mikel Arteta is enthusiastic about the potential Eberechi Eze brings to the Arsenal attack, highlighting his versatility and ability to create "magic moments". After Arsenal's 2-0 Carabao Cup win against Port Vale, where Eze scored his first goal for the club, Arteta emphasized that Eze still has much more to offer.

Eze, who joined Arsenal from Crystal Palace in a £60 million move this summer, has already showcased his adaptability by playing in various positions. In the match against Port Vale, Eze started centrally against a team employing a compact 5-4-1 formation. Arteta acknowledged the difficulty in finding space against such a setup but praised Eze's capability to score and create opportunities for others.

Arteta believes that as Eze plays more with his teammates, he will better understand the timings and improve the consistency and quality of his actions. He wants to position Eze in spaces where he can unleash his "magic moments," whether from wide areas or in relation to the opposition.

Arteta's tactical approach has been a subject of discussion, particularly his midfield selections in significant matches. Following the 1-1 draw against Manchester City, Arteta defended his decision to start Mikel Merino, Declan Rice, and Martin Zubimendi in midfield. He emphasized that it was the best option for that specific game and pointed out that his midfield choices went unquestioned after a previous match.

Despite facing criticism for being overly cautious in big games, Arteta's decision to give Eze a central role against Port Vale demonstrated his willingness to experiment and explore different attacking options. Eze's versatility provides Arteta with numerous possibilities to consider, and the Carabao Cup tie allowed him to try something different and achieve positive results.

Arsenal's summer transfer strategy focused on adding depth to the squad to compete effectively across multiple competitions. Eze's arrival contributes to this objective, providing Arteta with a valuable asset who can contribute in various attacking positions.

Looking ahead, Arsenal will face Brighton & Hove Albion at home in the Carabao Cup Fourth Round. Arteta will likely continue to integrate Eze into the team and explore different ways to maximize his potential within the Arsenal attack.