“Let him cook” Arsenal fans react to Mikel Arteta’s barbecue obsession

Anybody who’s been to a family function will know one thing about the barbecue chef – they’re not to be messed with. Being in control of the barbecue is a skilled art form and one which can only be managed by the best of the best. At Arsenal, it’s Mikel Arteta who holds the meat tongs.

It’s a weird way to describe it, but Mikel Arteta will proudly claim that title. There’s been some serious SMOKE at the Emirates Stadium this season, and he’s been the king of barbie.

Those who have watched the All or Nothing documentary on Amazon Prime will have been given a closer insight into Arteta’s personal life and what he’s like when he’s home with his family. In truth, it’s not much different to what he’s like on the sidelines of the Emirates pitch – at home though, instead of spitting fire, he’s controlling it.

Arteta loves a barbecue. He claims to have barbecues all year round as he liked “building a proper fire”. As you can imagine, this one quotation alone has Arsenal fans coming together to come up with the best memes. Let’s have a look at the replies…

Arsenal fans react to great Mikel Arteta barbecue hobby

It didn’t take long for Arsenal fans to make a meme out of the picture. In fairness, I’ve never seen a man as happy to be pictured in front of a barbecue.

Choose your fighter – Edu or Mikel.

If there’s ever been a perfect time to use this meme – it’s now.

There was fire all over the pitch.

What’s been your favourite tactical barbecue from Arsenal this season?