Arsenal winger Noni Madueke has revealed he remained unaffected by social media backlash surrounding his transfer, drawing confidence instead from the overwhelming support shown by match-going fans. The England international, who recently marked his return from a knee injury with his first goal for the club in a 3-1 Champions League victory over Bayern Munich, described the negative online reaction as insignificant.
Madueke acknowledged that public figures inevitably face criticism but emphasized that the atmosphere created by supporters during matches has been transformative. “The energy from the stands, particularly during the North London derby, provides an incredible lift,” he noted. “Hearing that level of support while playing gives you tremendous confidence.”
The 23-year-old, who joined from Chelsea in a deal potentially worth £52 million, returns to his former club this weekend with Arsenal holding a six-point advantage at the Premier League summit. With teammate Leandro Trossard facing fitness concerns, Madueke could make his first start since September.
Regarding his anticipated reception at Stamford Bridge, the forward maintained a professional stance. “Atmospheres vary in football, but as professionals we remain focused on performance,” he stated. “My concentration will be entirely on contributing to the team’s objectives.”
When questioned about Arsenal’s trophy prospects this season, Madueke adopted a measured approach, emphasizing the importance of maintaining focus on immediate challenges rather than long-term speculation.
