Aston Villa vs Arsenal: Shearer predicts Monday’s EPL fixture

Newcastle United legend, Alan Shearer, has predicted that Arsenal volition decision Aston Villa in Monday’s Premier League clash.

Villa person mislaid respective cardinal players successful this transportation market, with striker Ollie Watkins the latest squad subordinate to leave.

Watkins has joined Saudi Pro League broadside Al Hilal, with Villa bringing successful Nicolas Jackson arsenic replacement.

Arsenal get afloat of assurance aft opening the play with a 3-0 thrashing of Coventry City.

Shearer told The Metro: “It could beryllium a pugnacious play for Villa.

“They’ve suffered similar Newcastle, having to merchantability their champion players, and it’s precise hard to travel backmost from that.

“Arsenal looked brilliant, and without uncertainty they’re the squad to beat. I’ll accidental Arsenal 3 points.”

Aston Villa vs Arsenal: Shearer predicts Monday’s EPL fixture