Eze vs Tzolis: Neville names who should start on the left against Chelsea

Christos Tzolis had his first poor game in an Arsenal shirt against Aston Villa, and Eberechi Eze performed better when he replaced the Greek winger.

Both players will alternate in that role, although Eze is not considered a natural winger. Arsenal nevertheless trust him to bring something different to the position and provide another option when required.

Tzolis struggles against Villa

Tzolis is now the main player in that role, and he made a superb start to life at Arsenal. However, against Villa, he faced a capable defender and struggled to have the same influence he had shown in his previous appearances.

That is not unexpected for a player who has only recently returned to the Premier League, and there should be no expectation that he will immediately reproduce the numbers he recorded at Club Brugge. The Gunners will want consistent performances from him throughout the season, but difficult matches will inevitably happen.

Ahead of the Chelsea game, Gary Neville believes Eze should be the player to start the match. The Englishman impressed when he came on against Villa and could be trusted against another London side, particularly considering his fine form against Tottenham.

Neville backs Eze to start

Eze offers Arsenal more Premier League experience and could provide the physical presence Neville believes may be important against Chelsea. His performance against Villa has therefore strengthened the argument for him to start the next match.

Neville believes Mikel Arteta may have to leave Tzolis out of the starting team for this particular fixture, while still using the match as an opportunity for the Greek winger to learn and develop.

Neville said via the Metro: ‘I thought he did really well in the second half, I would be surprised if he doesn’t play next week against Chelsea.

‘It’s a big game and Mikel Arteta might just have to tell Tzolis, “I’m not going to put you into this one but watch this match.” Eze has a bit more strength about him and certainly more experience in the Premier League.’

Tzolis remains Arsenal’s main option in the role, but Eze has given Arteta another choice. The Gunners will now decide which player is best suited to face Chelsea, with Neville believing Eze’s experience and strength could make the difference.

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