Max Dowman became the youngest-ever starter for Arsenal's first team last October, and he keeps making history.

Arsenal will play to extend their gap from the rest of the Premier League teams as they sit at the top of the league table.

The Premier League leaders face a Toffees side that has thrived on its travels this season.

Fans understand that Arsenal rarely rush negotiations where leverage is limited. A 100 million euro clause places Corinthians in command. Even so, the knowledge that the player has not pushed for a move adds nuance. Arsenal supporters tend to favour targets who demonstrate clarity of intent.

On his return to the club that made him, Kai Havertz was initially welcomed with open arms. Shortly before kick-off at the BayArena, the Arsenal forward was even presented with a special framed image of himself in Bayer Leverkusen’s colours,

Arsenal’s 2–0 win over Everton was far from convincing, but still took the Gunners 10 points clear of Manchester City.