sport news Eddie Nketiah admits frustration with lack of game time since signing new ... trends now Eddie Nketiah admits frustration with lack of game time since signing new Arsenal contract but vows to prove to Mikel Arteta that he deserves a starting berth Eddie Nketiah is frustrated with his lack of playing time so far this season Nketiah hasn't started in the league, with Gabriel Jesus currently ahead of him The 23-year-old is confident that he will be able to get more opportunities By Daniel Matthews For The Daily Mail Published: 22:30 BST, 5 October 2022 | Updated: 22:30 BST, 5 October 2022 Viewcomments Eddie Nketiah admits he is frustrated by a lack of game time after committing his future to Arsenal, but the striker remains hopeful he can force his way into the first team. Nketiah was days away from leaving Arsenal before signing a new five-year deal back in June. Following the signing of Gabriel Jesus, however, he has started only one match — against Zurich in the Europa League. Arsenal striker Eddie Nketiah has admitted that he is frustrated with his lack of game time Nketiah is set to lead the line for Thursday's visit of Bodo/Glimt but the 23-year-old conceded that he is not happy with his lot. When asked if he is frustrated that he is yet to start a Premier League game this season, Nketiah said: ‘Yes, everyone wants to play football. Nketiah signed a new contract but is behind Gabriel Jesus in the pecking order at Arsenal The striker expressed hope that he will be able to force his way into the starting lineup The coach has a tough decision and it is up to me to keep working when I get the opportunity, on the field or in training, to show why I should be playing. ‘I am confident that as the season goes on, I will get opportunities and it is up to me to take them. I will keep pushing to show I deserve more minutes — complaining never really gets you anywhere.’ Share or comment on this article: All rights reserved for this news site (dailymail) and under his responsibility