Arsenal’s £100m transfer target Alexander Isak is ‘on another level’ to current Gunners striker Gabriel Jesus. That is the opinion of Arsenal legend Paul Merson, who claims Isak would be the ‘icing on the cake’ for a team challenging for the Premier League title.

Two meetings with Crystal Palace, in the space of just four days, have revitalised Arsenal’s attack and brought new life to Gabriel Jesus. A week ago, the Brazilian striker was a fringe player with an uncertain future in north London.

With a little help from Arsenal's biggest stars, Gabriel Jesus got everything he could possibly have wished for this Christmas. Mikel Arteta too, as the Gunners reached the semifinals of the EFL Cup and were afforded the first hint that their attacking depth chart might not be as barren as had been feared.