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3 fringe players to look out for in upcoming Europa League campaign

By Krish Ajmani

LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 31: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, celebrates their side's win with their players during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Aston Villa at Emirates Stadium on August 31, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 31: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, celebrates their side's win with their players during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Aston Villa at Emirates Stadium on August 31, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images) /
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2. Marquinhos

Marquinhos joined Arsenal from Sao Paulo in the summer. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images)
Marquinhos joined Arsenal from Sao Paulo in the summer. (Photo by Alexander Hassenstein/Getty Images) /

Although fans were excited to see Marquinhos in pre-season, most were disappointed. Not by his level but by his lack of minutes. In his brief cameos, the Brazilian showed a solid base level of physicality and excellent close control.

Premier League football is probably a step too far for Marquinhos at this moment in time. There is no doubt that he is a talented footballer with a bright future ahead of him, but he must slowly build his way up to challenging Saka on that right-hand side.

Given Nelson’s issues and the lack of depth, however, a promising Europa League campaign could hand Marquinhos a prominent role for the Gunners moving forward.

One to watch.

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