Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta admits that he may have to rest Alexandre Lacazette.

The French striker has endured a dip in form, even though he has been working very hard in games.

He was one of the most energetic players against Manchester United in the Premier League, but he appeared dead on his feet by the halfway point of the second half.

Arteta told Standard Sport about Lacazette: "He had the chances to put away [against United]. He has been really helpful in giving us a lot of options. He makes his team-mates better, that's one of the biggest qualities.

"As well, every time he is in front of goal normally he is so clinical. I am disappointed that he hasn't been rewarded with all the work he has done in the last three games because he could have scored three or four goals easily. But the goal will come for him naturally because he is a natural finisher.

"Does he just need one to go in anyhow? Exactly. And maybe a little bit fresher legs will help as well."