If Arsenal defeats Leicester City on Saturday, they will be able to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League to five points. Mikel Arteta may choose to give Emile Smith Rowe a chance to play, as the 22-year-old has been limited to only 62 minutes of action due to injury. Smith Rowe has recently returned to full training and was on the bench for the 4-2 win over Aston Villa last weekend. Arteta has suggested that Smith Rowe could be used in the attacking midfield position, as the team is looking for more goals from midfield.
On Saturday nature is set to take its course as Arsenal FC take on Leicester City in a much-anticipated Premier League clash.
The future of the Gunners’ fate hangs in the balance as a victory could mean extending their lead at the top of the table to an impressive five points. Should the North London outfit achieve the seemingly improbable feat of overcoming the Foxes, Arsenal would be taking a huge stride in their push for potential Champions League football.
However, in order to make the dream a reality, Mikel Arteta may need to call upon the services of emerging talent, Emile Smith Rowe. Despite belonging to the youth system since 2011, Smith Rowe has only recently been able to make his mark, having featured in 62 minutes of first-team action following a brief injury layoff.
The 22-year-old is currently fit to play and was available for selection in the recent 4-2 triumph over Aston Villa but for whatever reason was left on the bench. Arteta may choose to utilise Smith Rowe’s nigh on unique attacking approach, as the team are reportedly looking for extra goals from their midfielders.
Whether or not Smith Rowe will get the nod on Saturday remains to be seen, with the future of Arsenal potentially lying in the balance.
