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Mikel Arteta looks forward to "exciting" AC Milan test

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Mikel Arteta admits that he is excited ahead of Arsenal's showdown with Milan.

Arsenal midfielder Mikel Arteta has said that facing a team like AC Milan makes the Champions League even more exciting.

Arsene Wenger's side, who were drawn against seven-time winners Milan last week, will face the Italian league leaders in less than two months' time.

While the Serie A outfit were considered the toughest possible team that the club could face, Arteta insists that the Gunners have "a good chance".

"I smiled when the draw was made because I think it's a really good game to play," he told the club's official website.

"It makes it more exciting to play a team like Milan. Any team at this stage of the Champions League is going to be tough, even if people think you are favourites. I like playing against teams like this and we've got a good chance, so let's play.

"This is exactly why I came to Arsenal. In your career you want to have moments like this. You don't face them every day so we have to take this special opportunity."

The Spaniard, who arrived at the Emirates in the summer, has made 14 appearances for Arsenal this season.

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