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Mikel Arteta believes Eddie Nketiah is 'getting better and better' after his brace in FA Cup win at Oxford, but Arsenal boss admits having just one fit striker could derail their pursuit of silverware

Mikel Arteta believes Eddie Nketiah is ‘getting better and better’ after the striker’s double against Oxford sent Arsenal into the FA Cup fourth round.

But the manager conceded his lack of attacking depth could still cost Arsenal as they look to turn this fine campaign into silverware.

Arsenal laboured for an hour at Oxford on Monday night, before three goals in 13 minutes broke the resistance of the League One side and set up a fourth-round clash with Manchester City.

Arsenal striker Eddie Nketiah has scored four goals in four games since the World Cup

Arsenal striker Eddie Nketiah has scored four goals in four games since the World Cup

Fabio Vieira laid on goals for Mohamed Elneny and Nketiah with two sumptuous assists before Nketiah sealed victory with another well-taken finish 14 minutes from time.