Arsenal star Samir Nasri has jumped to the defence of Marseille winger Hatem Ben Arfa.

Ben Arfa is fed-up with the lack of action he's seen this season and has been linked with the Gunners and Tottenham this month.

Nasri said: "It surprises me that he had difficulty making headway.

"He should be left alone, there are too many expectations around him. We must let him work. He's someone who could swing a game."