Charlie Patino could be one step closer to making his long-awaited Arsenal debut after Mikel Arteta suffered a devastating blow to his midfield before the international break. With Granit Xhaka facing a lengthy spell on the sidelines, the 17-year-old gem – who is widely expected to be Hale End's ‘next big thing' – may be handed an opportunity to impress in the first team in the coming months. The Gunners have seen plenty of young talent develop in recent times, namely the likes of Emile Smith Rowe and Bukayo Saka, who have become two key starters under the Spaniard. There is a lot to suggest that Patino is next in line, particularly as he could bring shades of Cesc...
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