Arsenal hero Jack Wilshere believes Gabriel Martinelli should be playing more.

The 20-year-old Martinelli was used sparingly last season as he started just four Premier League games with a further ten appearances coming as a substitute.

Wilshere told the Highbury Squad: “I was surprised at times when Arsenal needed a goal, they needed something and he wasn't thrown on.

“He is that type of player who can do that. He arrives in the box. He always seems to be in the right place, at the right time. You cannot teach them things.

“I feel he will only get better with experience of playing in the big games. I do think he is a player who will thrive off having the fans back.

“I remember the game at Chelsea when he scored that goal. He just got better and better as the game went on and the fans got behind him. I am excited to see more of him."