Arsenal legend Robin van Persie has advised Mikel Arteta that he will be unable to challenge for trophies without talented defenders that possess a strong mentality. The Gunners made it to the FA Cup semi-finals where they are set to face Manchester City but Van Persie doesn't like his former club's chances due to their continuous defensive woes. Van Persie told BT Sport: "What I believe is it is very important for Arsenal and for Mikel to find a way to fix the set pieces. LATEST LIVE SPORT TV DEALSGet Sky Sports for just £25 per month for 3 monthsGet BT Sport for HALF PRICE"Corners, set pieces, crosses, you're always holding your breath and thinking: 'Arsenal might concede'. JUST IN: Roy Keane slams Paul Pogba critics and explains why Man Utd ace underperformed this season

Source: Express June 28, 2020 20:06 UTC