Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta insists Charlie Patino will get his chance after missing out on his debut against AFC Wimbledon on Wednesday.

The 18-year-old, who has impressed in training recently, was reportedly in line to make the bench for the Carabao Cup third-round clash.

Explaining his decision after a 3-0 victory, Arteta said: "He was very close, but in the end we decided that some players needed some minutes.

"It will happen naturally, in time. Charlie's been good. He played a practice match at Colney and he was really good.

"Again, give him time and we will prepare him."