Report: Arsenal may hand debut to 21-year-old in North London Derby clash with Spurs

According to GiveMeSport, Arsenal academy starlet Salah-Eddine Oulad M’Hand could be handed a debut in the North London derby against Tottenham.

The North London Derby is coming

While it is still early days in the season, the upcoming derby feels like a potentially season-defining game for Tottenham, who have already dropped five points they should not have.

Critics have pointed out that the same issues continue to plague Spurs but Ange Postecoglou has remained adamant that his side will get their just rewards if they keep performing at the level that they currently are (The Standard).

There will be no better way for Spurs to send out a clear signal about their ambitions and get all the fans back onside than beating the old enemy.

Oulad M’Hand could be in line for his Arsenal debut

The Lilywhites’ hopes of doing so have been boosted as Arsenal will be without key midfielder Declan Rice, who is suspended for the game after being sent off against Brighton.

According to GiveMeSport, Mikel Arteta could hand Oulad M’Hand his senior debut in Rice’s absence rather than turning to his experienced options.

It is alleged that the Arsenal boss has been impressed by the 21-year-old and could decide to give him an opportunity in one of the biggest games of the Gunners’ season.

Spurs Web Opinion

I would be extremely surprised if Arteta decides to start a debutant in such a big game.

The Spaniard will probably turn to Jorginho for the North London Derby in Rice’s absence.

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