So it comes as something of a surprise to read today (see Soccernet) that the treatment Petit received over the weekend was such a success that Arsene Wenger is now saying he "seems much better now and he has a good chance to play tomorrow night."

Although it might seem strange to even consider risking Manu in a game which is now virtually meaningless, only 4 days after hearing such worrying words from his doctor, perhaps it woudl be wise to have a look at him before Sunday's match at Tottenham. And if Manu proves not to be ready for that, he would at least have a chance for good rest before the next competitive match on the 20th.