Former Chelsea centre-back David Luiz has denied reports of a rift between himself and Mikel Arteta amid Arsenal’s nightmare run of form.

According to football.london, a dressing room revolt is brewing over Arteta’s handling of the team.

Luiz’s relationship with the manager was described as having ‘soured’ – leading to the pair allegedly not talking to each other for several weeks.

Yet the Brazilian’s representatives quickly rebutted the suggestion.

A statement read: “David Luiz strongly denies this story about him and Arteta and insists he has a good relationship with Arteta and wishes nothing but success.”