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Paul Merson reckons £50m Arsenal player now needs to play ‘week in, week out’

Arsenal will have to do without Bukayo Saka for some time. The winger is set to be out for at least six weeks with the…

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 10:00 AM
Paul Merson reckons £50m Arsenal player now needs to play ‘week in, week out’
Key Things to Know
  • Paul Merson stated that Arsenal winger Noni Madueke needs to play week in, week out.
  • Madueke started on the right wing as Arsenal defeated Everton 2-0.
  • Bukayo Saka faces at least six weeks out after suffering a quad injury against Bayern Munich.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Paul Merson stated on Sky Sports News that Arsenal winger Noni Madueke needs to play week in, week out to build confidence. Madueke started on the right wing in Arsenal's 2-0 win over Everton as a replacement for Bukayo Saka, who is sidelined for at least six weeks due to a quad injury sustained against Bayern Munich.

Merson commended Madueke's overall display alongside right-back Ben White, despite noting a missed scoring chance. Madueke has recently completed consecutive 90-minute matches for Mikel Arteta's side, which sits level on points with Manchester City ahead of an upcoming league fixture at Anfield.

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