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Mikel Arteta welcomes back Ben White and Thomas Partey as the Arsenal duo return to action against AC Milan... with the England defender said to be in 'good shape' after his reported World Cup bust-up with Steve Holland

Ben White and Thomas Partey went straight back into first team action for Arsenal in Dubai on Tuesday night.

White left England's World Cup camp early for personal reasons while Partey endured the disappointment of a surprise group stage exit with Ghana.

But Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta had no hesitation in including the pair after just two days of training back with his Premier League leaders.

Ben White returned to action for Arsenal after leaving England's camp for 'personal reasons'
Mikel Arteta had no questions about White's character, despite rumours of a bust-up in Qatar

The Spanish coach said: 'We are very pleased to have Ben back. Everybody has been giving him a lot of support and love.