Arsenal star told he must improve or lose his place to teenager

Noni Madueke remains an important member of Arsenal’s squad, but his standing is less convincing when the focus shifts to the team’s most effective performers.

He offers pace and the ability to take on defenders, yet his contribution in the final third has not always matched his talent. Mikel Arteta is clearly a fan of the English winger and is likely to continue giving him opportunities when space opens up in the team.

That can happen when Bukayo Saka is injured or needs to be rested, allowing Madueke to step into the side. Madueke needs to improve his final delivery That situation arose in the Champions League this week , when Madueke produced a good performance but was again let down by a familiar weakness.