4pm Arsenal news: Aaron Ramsey wanted in Germany, Laurent Koscielny Barcelona link, Paul Merson's prediction

GRANIT XHAKA and Mesut Ozil had conflicting afternoons in Arsenal's 1-1 thriller with Liverpool.

And the Gunners have denied links with a mooted new Euro Super League. Read on below for all the latest news, views and gossip from around the Emirates.

UNITED SLAMMED

ARSENAL legend Emmanuel Petit has launched a blistering attack on Manchester United's players – branding them "utterly useless" and "an embarrassment."

France World Cup winner Petit won the Double with the Gunners. He recently revealed his regrets at turning down an approach from United to instead join Chelsea in 2001.

PASS MASTERS

BERND LENO believes he is winning his battle with Petr Cech because he is helping Arsenal to become the pass masters.

The German international has emerged as first choice Arsenal goalkeeper because he fits into Unai Emery’s plans to build play from the back.

MEDHI AND WAITING

ARSENAL lead Manchester United and Arsenal in the race for Juventus defender Medhi Benatia, say the bookies.

Reports are linking the Morocco international with a January exit after he has struggled for game time as well as voicing his frustrations.

'WORLD CLASS'

FANS have been waxing lyrical over Alexandre Lacazette after a picture emerged of the striker celebrating his goal against Liverpool before the ball hit the back of the net.

The Arsenal ace earned Unai Emery's men a share of the spoils against the Reds at the Emirates on Saturday following his emphatic 82nd minute equaliser.

GOT IT PAUL WRONG

PAUL MERSON has been made to eat his own words after predicting Arsenal would crumble against Liverpool.

The Gunners legend has been critical of his former side, believing their brilliant form of late would come to an end on Saturday – only for them to fight back to draw with the Reds.

BAY BAY AARON

AARON RAMSEY could be heading overseas once his contract ends next summer.

The Welshman is being allowed to leave on a free transfer, with Chelsea and Manchester United interested – but Bayern Munich are now the frontrunners.

GUNNER COVER US

LAURENT KOSCIELNY has become a surprise target for Barcelona as the Catalans look to bring in injury cover.

The Frenchman is continuing his recovery from injury himself – but has been eyed with Samuel Umtiti and Thomas Vermaelen both out.

SUPER GRAN BEATS FAMOUS FOUR

UNAI EMERY took his biggest risk at Arsenal so far picking his Famous Four of Mesut Ozil, Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang AND Alexandre Lacazette all together for the first time – against Liverpool.

It left the Gunners exposed defensively – but Granit Xhaka stepped up with his best display in England. Click here for our full full verdict on Emery's selection.

RATED AND SLATED

MESUT OZIL and Henrikh Mkhitaryan were not at the races as Arsenal fought back to hold new Premier League leaders Liverpool at the Emirates.

That's the opinion of our man at the Emirates in his player-by-player guide to Saturday's big game. Click here for the full verdict.

WE'RE NOT GUNNER BREAK AWAY

ARSENAL have reportedly denied involvement in any plans for a breakaway European Super League.

Manchester United and Liverpool have yet to comment on the claims of a new set-up made by German media outlet Der Spiegel, with Chelsea also named.

MUY MAL

ARSENAL have been dealt a huge transfer blow after top target Malcom insisted he has no plans to leave Barcelona in January.

The Brazilian had been tipped to quit the Nou Camp after barely featuring during his first few months under Ernesto Valverde.

But the former Bordeaux man insists he is determined to break into the first team and will not seek a transfer elsewhere.

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Chelsea are no longer interested in Arsenal contract misfit Aaron RamseyCredit: AFP

RAM-IFICATIONS

AARON RAMSEY could find himself heading out of London next summer with Chelsea reconsidering their interest.

The Welshman is set to leave Arsenal on a free transfer and has already ruled out a move to Tottenham.

Chelsea were said to be keen but they have now stepped away following Ross Barkley and Ruben Loftus-Cheek’s resurgent form.

GUNNER COPE

ARSENAL are looking at THREE potential replacements for out-of-contract Aaron Ramsey.

Cagliari’s Nicolo Barela, Atlanta’s Miguel Almiron and Porto’s Hector Herrera are said to be on the Gunners’ shopping list.

All three are capable of stepping in for the Welshman after he was told in person that his deal will not be renewed.

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GUNNER WAIT AND SEE

ARSENAL are facing a defensive injury crisis ahead of today’s game with Liverpool.

Nacho Monreal, Sead Kolasinac, Hector Bellerin and Sokratis could all miss the clash at the Emirates.

Arsenal are already without Laurent Koscielny and could be forced into a makeshift backline.

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