Eberechi Eze has struggled for Arsenal since Spurs hat-trick but Gunners can unlock his potential - The Radar

Eberechi Eze's hat-trick in Arsenal's 4-1 win over Spurs in November felt at the time like the start of something special. Mikel Arteta raved about the "joy" and "aura" he had added. Eze said his prayers had been answered. Fans may have felt the same about theirs.

Three months on, though, as Arsenal prepare to face the same opponent, the club he was close to joining before his move to the Emirates Stadium in August, he remains a conundrum for his manager, his role undefined, his plight typifying Arsenal's issues.

There was a reminder of his game-changing ability, albeit against a lowly opponent, in the FA Cup win over Wigan. Eze took risks on the ball, wowed with his passing, and peppered the opposition goal with shots. "That's what we want from him," said Arteta.

But three days later, he was back among the substitutes against Wolves. Eze has only started one of Arsenal's last 11 Premier League games, seemingly struggling to win the trust of a manager finding it difficult to strike a balance between control and creativity.

Arsenal don't have enough of either right now.

Meanwhile Eze has been moved around.