Arsenal captain Robin van Persie says they're better for having Bacary Sagna fully fit.

Sagna has featured in the last two games for the Gunners.

"Bac's return was a huge boost for us too. I didn't know he was going to start, but he looked so fit and strong throughout the game. He's been out for four months but came back in with only a few minutes' football behind him and played unbelievably - and, I can tell you from my own experience, that's really difficult to do," Van Persie told the Official Arsenal Matchday Programme.

"He was rock solid at the back and good going forward, so it's great for all of us. He's a good friend and an amazing player, and we're all really happy to see him back."