Emile Smith Rowe is 'desperate' to force his way into Arteta's Arsenal

Emile Smith Rowe is ‘really desperate’ to force his way into Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal side and secure Premier League title after scoring for England U21s in his first start since June

  • Emile Smith Rowe is eager to make an impact on the Premier League title race
  • Smith Rowe was ‘quite low’ after undergoing groin surgery in September 2022
  • Smith Rowe has not forced a way back into Mikel Arteta ’s starting XI since that

Emile Smith Rowe is desperate to make an impact on the Premier League title race as the Arsenal star opened up on the most frustrating season of his career.

The forward scored in his first start for club or country since June on Saturday as England’s Under 21s beat France in a European Championship warm-up.

Groin surgery in September, on a tendon problem that had blighted him for four years, brought his campaign to a halt and Smith Rowe has not forced a way back into Mikel Arteta’s starting XI since returning.

‘I’m really desperate to be honest,’ the 22-year-old said. ‘The team are doing really well and it’s obviously something I want to be a part of. I’m working hard every day. Coming away with England is minutes that I really need. I’ve been struggling with this injury since I was 18 or 19, just before I went on loan to RB Leipzig.

‘I was quite low at the beginning. I’ve never had surgery before. It’s been tough, but I’m glad it’s all sorted now. I don’t feel any pain. I just need to kick on.’


Emile Smith Rowe impressed for England U21 against France, scoring the opening goal

The midfielder is keen to ‘kick on’ after getting vital minutes for England U21’s this week

Smith Rowe says he wants to be involved in Arsenal’s Premier League success this season

A fully fit Smith Rowe is vital to the chances of the Young Lions at this summer’s Euros. He decided to do part of his rehabilitation in Qatar during the World Cup, Bukayo Saka sourcing him tickets to watch England’s group stage victory over Wales.

Smith Rowe said: ‘I went to St George’s Park with my physio for a week as well, which was good for me just to experience a different environment.’

Smith Rowe opened the scoring against France after 50 minutes, with Noni Madueke, Curtis Jones and Jacob Ramsey adding to England’s tally.


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