Often in the past we have seen defenders being deployed as emergency forwards late in games where their sides are desperate for goals m Sergio Ramos and Gerard Pique at Real Madrid and Barcelona

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori has surprised him with how good he is on the attacking front in training.

Arsenal have now turned their striker search to Riccardo Calafiori's former teammate Santiago Castro at Bologna.

Arsenal fans responded on social media following Riccardo Calafiori's performance against PSV in the Champions League.

Arteta is confident Lewis-Skelly will learn quickly as he "is very intelligent and extremely demanding of himself". He said "it would be an incredible experience" for youngsters Lewis-Skelly and Ethan Nwaneri if they are named in England boss Thomas Tuchel's squad, but understands the competition for places.

Italy and Arsenal star Riccardo Calafiori admits it ‘wouldn’t be easy’ to play as a striker, despite showcasing impressive effectiveness in the final third and putting his name on the

Arsenal can make two key changes from the seven-goal win over PSV Eindhoven for the Premier League clash with Manchester United

Given his composure in front of goal, Calafiori could be considered as an alternative option. His finishing ability this season has been clinical, and while primarily a defender, his instincts in attacking areas suggest he could adapt to a more advanced role if required.

Martin Odegaard, Riccardo Calafiori and Myles Lewis-Skelly headline the football.london talking points after Arsenal's 7-1 win at PSV

We head to Old Trafford full of confidence for Sunday’s Premier League clash with Manchester United.

MYLES LEWIS-SKELLY was dragged off just 34 minutes into Arsenal’s stunning 7-1 Champions League win over PSV. The young defender was fortunate to escape being sent-off in the match for two

Italy and Arsenal star Riccardo Calafiori admits it ‘wouldn’t be easy’ to play as a striker, despite showcasing impressive effectiveness in the final third and putting his name on the scoresheet in his team’s emphatic 7-1 victory over PSV Eindhoven in the first leg of the Champions League last-16.