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the Premier League title is going to be decided and Manchester City could create Premier League history with a fourth consecutive title. But there is one team who

could spoil the party. Arsenal totally transformed under the leader, Michael Martetta, who's sitting next to me.

Hello, Michael.

Hello. Thank you for allowing us to speak to you at your home in such a busy week.

Thanks for having me.

You've allowed us to break down one of those walls that rarely come down.

We are in your space, in your. Do you feel we've invaded you or you're okay?

No, I feel very comfortable. That's all right. This chat will be by based on a few questions that I put you in advance. You have to choose a friend, a conversation, a trip, a movie, a relationship.

And I feel that that's going to help us understand you and get to know you better.

Did you have fun putting her all together with Lorena, your wife?

Yes, we did. We spent some time and there are questions that you don't have to answer too often, so it's a good reflection as well.

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