David Raya has suggested that Mikel Merino is unlikely to start up front for Arsenal despite his match-winning heroics off the bench last weekend. Injuries to several key attackers have left Mikel Arteta’s side bereft of options in the final third,

Arsenal: Mikel Arteta delivers verdict on Raheem Sterling form as he hints at Mikel Merino decision - Arteta considering whether to start Merino as striker after brace off the bench against Leicester