Shkodran Mustafi News

German centre back Mustafi made 31 league appearances last season in a defence that leaked 51 goals.

Admits Premier League being the most intense league in Europe or even in the world, making him an improved player. 

Arsenal are fifth in the standings and will be looking for their third consecutive league win over relegation-threatened West Ham who beat champions Chelsea in their last match.

Ozil had moved on to 34 chances created this season and 45 assists since making his Arsenal debut – both more than any other Premier League player.

The result lifted Arsenal to fifth in the Premier League, one point behind Tottenham, and earned them a first victory in the north London derby in seven attempts.

Arsene Wenger's side ended a six-match winless run against their hated rivals thanks to a pair of fiercely debated first-half goals at the Emirates Stadium.

Sanchez is likely to miss Saturday's trip to Watford following the physical and mental exertions that saw him fail in his bid to help Chile qualify for next year's World Cup.

Pep Guardiola twice saw his City side go ahead, through Leroy Sane and then Sergio Aguero, but Arsenal twice responded via goals from Theo Walcott and Shkodran Mustafi.

Southampton having reached the League Cup final after a strenuous midweek tie against Liverpool at Anfield.

On Saturday Arsene Wenger`s record has been extended of never having lost in the FA Cup third round.

Arsenal, who are fourth in the table and nine points behind leaders Chelsea after 18 games, will hope to continue their 22-year unbeaten home run against 17th-placed Palace.