Arsenal: Arteta says Lacazette is glue that holds team together
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta may now be forced into a change of striker up front for the remainder of the season following the injury suffered by Alexandre Lacazette on Sunday. Lacazette limped off with a hamstring problem in the second half of the 1-1 draw with Fulham at the Emirates. Initial reaction to the injury from Arteta was not good, with a scan set to take place on Tuesday to discover the extent of the issue.
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Arsenal transfer news: Mikel Arteta's side are still in the Europa League this season (Image: EXPRESS)
How Nketiah finishes the season could help Arteta's plans for the summer transfer window.
With Lacazette's future also up in the air - his contract expires next year - Nketiah has the chance to prove he has what it takes to be the long-term replacement.
But a poor end to the campaign could see Arteta look to cash in on the England under-21 international, with West Ham reportedly interested.
Arsenal fans are excited by the promise of Balogun and Lacazette's absence may also give the teenager more of a chance to prove he is first-team ready for next season.