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'The boss knows what I can do' - Teen sensation Saka eyes Lacazette's Arsenal starting spot

The Gunners youngster wants to keep his place in Unai Emery's first XI - even when the France international returns from injury

Bukayo Saka can’t wait for the return of Alexandre Lacazette - but has vowed to fight the France international for his place in the Arsenal team.

Lacazette is closing in on full fitness after six weeks out with an ankle injury and could feature on Monday night when Unai Emery’s side take on Sheffield United at Bramall Lane.

Saka has benefited most from the forward’s absence, with the 18-year-old forcing his way into the Premier League starting XI following his strong performance away at Eintracht Frankfurt last month in the Europa League.