Arsenal’s prospects look completely different now Martin Odegaard is fully integrated back into the team after missing most of the season through injury. The Norwegian playmaker scored an important penalty against West Ham on the weekend and once again set the tone with his excellent movement and passing ability.

Arsenal and Manchester United both face being without key players when the old rivals meet at the Emirates this week. After their sides enjoyed thumping weekend wins over West Ham and Everton respectively,

Paul Merson doesn't see any other outcome than a "comfortable and easy" victory for Arsenal against Man Utd on Wednesday night.