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With his contract set to expire and game time hard to come by, it was almost certain that Mohamed Elneny would be leaving Arsenal at the end of the season. However, two impressive performances from the Egyptian have led to calls for the club to extend his stay at the Emirates.

Thomas Partey's injury provided a chance for the midfielder to start two games on the bounce last week as Mikel Arteta's side faced Chelsea and Manchester United in the space of just three days. The Gunners came out winners on both occasions and Elneny played a key role in the victories, possessing energy, composure and stability all over the pitch.

The 29-year-old's displays have left Arsenal fans split when it comes to deciding whether or not he should stay beyond this season, with the need to maintain strong squad depth at the centre of the discussion. Recently speaking to The Independent, Elneny said: “If I don’t play I keep going until I get my chance. If Arsenal say ‘we want you’ I don’t think about leaving. It’s my family for six years. I love this club.”

As the contract debate continues, we decided to give 's Arsenal writers the chance to explain what they think should happen with Elneny and why.

If Elneny is happy with remaining as a rotational option, then I don't see the harm in offering him a