Five replacements for the injured Santi Cazorla at Arsenal

Wenger is reportedly a huge fan of the 18-year-old Porto starlet, while new Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp remains keen. A cross between a deep-lying playmaker and defensive midfielder, the Portuguese metronome has the requisite talent to succeed at the Emirates for years to come, though Arsenal would have to move fast.

James McArthur

The Gunners are reportedly lining up a £7m January bid for one of Crystal Palace’s standout performers this term, to make up for the shortfall in midfield. At 28, he has the requisite experience and can provide balance and calm to the Arsenal side.

Isco

While he is similar in style to Cazorla, if Wenger signs him, it is unlikely that the Real Madrid man will be asked to occupy the deeper role. However, the 23-year-old has an abundance of potential and would provide ample support to Mesut Ozil and Alexis Sanchez in the Arsenal attack.

Ismael Bennacer

Is the answer under Wenger’s nose? The 18-year-old was signed from Arles-Avignon in the summer and is an accomplished passer of the ball, having established himself as a creative midfielder. He looked good in his one senior appearance, despite Arsenal losing their Capital One Cup clash against Sheffield Wednesday, and Wenger will have been encouraged by his performance.

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