Following another frustrating result in a disappointing season, the winter break comes at a welcome moment for Arsenal and they are wasting little time in taking advantage of it.



Mikel Arteta’s squad officially depart for a warm-weather camp in Dubai on Thursday and will train daily from Friday before returning on Tuesday to prepare for the visit of Newcastle on February 16.



But no sooner had the group landed back into Luton after yesterday’s draw at Burnley, plans were afoot to maximise the rest period. With Arteta giving his players three days off, some transferred straight to alternative destinations last night and others fly to Dubai today.



Provided they report to the team hotel by the end of Thursday and are ready to practice on Friday morning, the squad can do as they wish and a number of them will travel to the United Arab Emirates ahead of the main party to relax, play golf and enjoy other leisure activities.



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