Patrice Evra says his ‘problem’ with Arsenal is they have promised so much in recent years under Mikel Arteta – but are still yet to deliver when it truly matters in the Premier League .

A rampant Arsenal restored their advantage at the top of the table to six points with a statement 4-1 victory in a one-sided north London derby with Tottenham last month.

However, the Gunners have looked a different team without the injured Gabriel Magalhaes and William Saliba and their lead has since narrowed to just two points after 15 games.

In the space of their last five games in the top flight, Arteta’s men drew away to Sunderland and Chelsea, before being beaten at Villa Park at the weekend , to loosen their grip on top spot.

Second-placed Manchester City, meanwhile, made it three wins

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