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Aaron Catterson-Reid

Mikel Arteta told to drop key player for Arsenal vs Man City amid Thomas Partey rumours

Arsenal legend Tony Adams has urged Mikel Arteta to drop Oleksandr Zinchenko for the top-of-the-table clash against Manchester City.

The north Londoners have the chance to go six points clear in the Premier League when they welcome City to the Emirates Stadium. However, they have lost their last 10 league meetings against Pep Guardiola's side, a record that stretches all the way back to November 2017.

But if there's ever a chance to halt that torrid record it is tonight, considering how much they have improved this season under Arteta's stewardship. One player that has been crucial to their success is versatile fullback Zinchenko, who tends to invert into midfield when his side have possession.

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