Mikel Arteta was handed a major boost ahead of Arsenal's Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain on Monday with Mikel Merino fit enough to train, likely clarifying the shape of the starting XI that will take to the field in the semifinal first leg on Tuesday night.

The lack of height across PSG’s back line may pose an issue, as Pacho is the tallest regular starter at 6’2”. As Arsenal rank among Europe’s most threatening teams from set-pieces, aerial duels will prove key, and Gianluigi Donnarumma will be under pressure to exact a ground stop in his penalty area.

Paris Saint-Germain arrive in north London tonight with history in their sights, as they prepare for a Champions League semi-final first leg against Arsenal. The narrative around this game is built not just on ambition, but on a PSG side that, for once, have no excuses when it comes to squad availability.