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Paul Merson urges Arsenal's hat-trick hero Eddie Nketiah to stay at the club, with young striker told to sign a new contract after snubbing latest deal and 'have faith' that he will 'star' for Mikel Arteta's side

Paul Merson has urged Eddie Nketiah to commit his future to Arsenal, after the youngster scored a superb hat-trick in the Carabao Cup victory against Sunderland.

Poacher Nketiah was found in formidable form at the Emirates, with his trio downing the League One side and helping to secure the Gunners' spot in the semi-finals.

But it is unclear where his long-term future lies, and Merson has now advised him to stay put for at least another couple of seasons to continue his development.

Paul Merson has urged Eddie Nketiah to stay at Arsenal after his Carabao Cup hat-trick heroics

'My advice would be, I'd say stick here.