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Will Per Mertesacker start the final?

Related Topics: Per Mertesacker, Arsène Wenger

Per Mertesacker has the leadership qualities to make his mark on the Emirates FA Cup final, according to Arsène Wenger.

Our club captain waited until the final half of the final game of the Premier League season to make his first appearance of the campaign, thanks mainly to a long injury lay-off.

But Per could be needed at Wembley with Laurent Koscielny suspended, Gabriel injured and doubts over Shkodran Mustafi.