Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta tried his best to recreate Cristiano Ronaldo’s now-iconic ‘Siu’ celebration after he nutmegged Martin Odegaard in training.

In advance of Arsenal’s Champions League matchup with Ligue 1 team Lens on Tuesday, the Spaniard participated with his teammates in a rondo training drill.

And with a stunning display of brilliance, the former midfielder for Everton and Rangers turned back the clock.

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Arteta plays a one-two with Leandro Trossard before putting the ball through captain Martin Odegaard’s legs with a deft touch.

At one point, Arteta received the ball at his feet

He saw the opportunity to nutmeg Odegaard and did so with ease

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Arteta didn’t hide his celebration and was quick to laugh at the midfielder

The 41-year-old then celebrated his efforts by delivering a far-from-perfect ‘Siu’ celebration as Odegaard looked on, slightly embarrassed by the unfolding events.

After the training session, Arteta spoke in a pre-match press conference as his side prepare to face Lens, who currently sit third in Group B.

Arteta also touched on whether Emile Smith Rowe and Thomas Partey could return before the January break.

“It is a possibility,” he said. “Emile has already been on the pitch doing some jogging. He’s a quick healer. Thomas the same. We need them to be back at their best.”

Arsenal currently sit top of their Champions League group with nine points from a possible 12.