Why did Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta really hire pickpockets? Ex-Gunners star Theo Walcott reveals true motivation behind infamous stunt

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Soham Mukherjee

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Mikel Arteta has earned a reputation for his unique man-management methods, even going so far as to employ pickpockets during a team dinner once.

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  • Walcott elaborated on Arteta’s unconventional techniques.
  • Revealed why the manager hired pickpockets
  • Bet on Arsenal to win the title over Man City.
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