In order to maximize Sterling's performance this season, Arteta must, according to Keown, handle him correctly.
As the transfer window closed on Friday, Arsenal swooped in to loan the 29-year-old England international from Chelsea.
Keown stated this while appearing on TNT Sports:
During his time at Manchester City, Sterling was most effective when he was able to run away from the ball.
With that small ball behind the fullback, they were able to locate him in such tight spaces. He struggles when he has the ball in his hands.
You will not achieve your goals until you adequately handle him.
I believe Arteta has the potential to be Arsenal's game-changer. I need to collaborate with him to swiftly bring him back into the fold.
He's arrived more later than expected, but the signing is fascinating and exciting nonetheless.
