Coach Mikel Arteta has hinted that he could continue to use Leandro Trossard in the first leg of the Champions League semi-final against Paris St Germain. The Gunners had previously convincingly beat Real Madrid in the quarter-finals.
Arsenal will have a number of Premier League games before welcoming PSG to the Emirates. The "Gunners" just won an impressive 4-0 victory over Ipswich Town despite their hopes of winning the Premier League almost ended.
Arteta's side will host Crystal Palace at the Emirates this weekend before facing PSG. And Arteta has revealed some information before the match against the Ligue 1 champions.
Trossard led Arsenal's attack against Ipswich. The Belgian player responded to Arteta's confidence by scoring a double. When asked if Trossard could take on a similar role against PSG, Arteta replied: "Yes, he will definitely be ready to play in any position.
We have to make some adjustments, not for PSG but because of the situation we have had with Thomas Partey and a few other players. However, that is good because the team shows adaptability and flexibility so that some players can play in different positions. That is very necessary, especially when we have the current record."
Arteta could also adjust Mikel Merino's position in the match against PSG. The Spaniard played slightly higher against Ipswich in Partey's absence and had an impressive match.
"That's the position Merino has played for his entire career. But it's clear that sometimes we have very short memories, and we see him as a number nine player. And now it's strange to see him in midfield. I think he did very well" - Arteta praised Merino.
When asked how he will rotate the squad for the match against PSG, the Spaniard said: "We had to put 11 players on the pitch and make four or five changes. So let's see how they recover over the next few days.
As usual, we need a balance. Understand what is a top priority. Will the priority be this match or another match? And it is also necessary to ensure that the players feel comfortable and confident in the position they will play in such a big match."
Arsenal have known the potential opponents they could face in the Champions League final if they beat PSG. Inter Milan or Barcelona will be The Gunners' opponents if they reach the final match.
