I can’t see Man Utd beating Arsenal without Casemiro, he’s going to be huge loss, says Gunners legend Paul Merson
PAUL MERSON had suggested that Manchester United are not capable of beating Arsenal without Casemiro.
The Brazilian is suspended for the Premier League fixture at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.
The midfielder picked up his fifth yellow card of the season during the Red Devils’ draw against Crystal Palace in mid-week.
The booking means that he has been ruled out for the clash against the league leaders.
Casemiro has been a stand-out star for Erik ten Hag’s side this season as he has added some much-needed experience and steel to the midfield.
And losing him for the match against Arsenal is a massive blow.
Former Gunners star, Merson, thinks that it will seriously hinder their chances of beating Mikel Arteta’s side.
Speaking on Sky Sports, he said: “He is massive for them. He would have looked after [Martin] Odegaard.
“Casemiro breaks up the play, I can not see Manchester United beating Arsenal without him.
“They might get a draw, might.
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“I really thought with Casemiro in the team, Arsenal suited Manchester United.
“I thought they would sit back, defend and then counter.
“I don’t see that now without him, he is that highly rated by me.
“He is that good, so I don’t give Man United that much of a chance.”