Mikel Arteta has revealed that Marquinhos will stay at Arsenal beyond the summer transfer window, rather than be sent out on loan.
The Brazilian became the Gunners' first summer signing when he arrived in a £3million deal from Sao Paulo. It had been expected that the 21-year-old would be sent out on loan to gain further senior experience with a European club.
But following his impressive performances in pre-season and for Arsenal's under-21s side, he is now set to stay with the Gunners until at least January. Marquinhos has scored three goals in his two games so far in Premier League 2.
