Arsenal striker Lucas Perez is convinced he can make Spain's 2018 World Cup squad.

The former Deportivo La Coruna star has struggled in his first season in England.

But he says: "I know I can go to the World Cup - that's what I have to play for.

"The coach (Julen Lopetegui) has talked to some of my teammates and told them he wants to call me, but of course if I do not play...

"Next season will be very important. I want to finish winning the FA Cup and then think seriously about the future."

A return to Depor has been mooted for Lucas.