It means Arteta must get creative once again and, essentially, turn to his fifth option to lead the line. Ethan Nwaneri and Raheem Sterling can play as a striker but, on the evidence of Sunday, Martinelli should get the nod.

A commendable comeback at Anfield did not help Arteta’s fury but the visitors saved themselves from a fourth defeat in a row

Peter Schmeichel has angered Arsenal fans following his passionate outburst about Mikel Arteta. Arsenal came from behind to draw 2-2 with Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday. Cody Gakpo and Luis Diaz gave the hosts a quick-fire two-goal lead before goals from Gabriel Martinelli and Mikel Merino levelled proceedings.