Emmanuel Petit claims current Manchester United player would be an 'excellent' signing for Arsenal

Former Arsenal defender Emmanuel Petit believes one player from rivals from Manchester United could be a good fit for Mikel Arteta's squad. 

Just like last season, the Gunners are involved in a Premier League title race and currently sit top of the table ahead of Liverpool and Manchester who are second and third respectively. 

While Arsenal are once again challenging for major honours, there is one area which some believe that the team could improve and that is at striker. 

With a rotating cast of Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz, the team is yet to settle on their preferred goal scoring threat. 

Speaking to Betway, Petit claims that United forward Marcus Rashford could be a good fit for the team, but only if he can get everything in order away from the pitch. 

"Marcus Rashford could be an excellent option for Arsenal, definitely. My only question mark would be on his mind and where he is mentally," Petit said.

"Last season, he played so well for weeks and weeks but this season it hasn’t been the same Marcus Rashford.

"I think he’s very sensitive and he must find a balance between his professional and private life - if he finds the balance he will be great again. We all know his qualities and skills, but I’m wondering mentally if he can reach the standards of where he should be. 

"He needs help to perform more often and he needs serenity from his agents.

"I heard from France that he’s been through difficult times privately. I was going through the same thing as a player, I could never be in good form if I wasn’t right in my private life."

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