Merson wants Scott for Arsenal

Gunners legend Merson is adamant his old club need to bring in players who are already established in the Premier League.

And they do not come any better than Parker, who was the Football Writers' player of the season.

The tough-tackling midfielder is on England duty and mulling over his future after West Ham's relegation.

Merson said: "He was the best midfield player in the country last season. Arsenal need to buy players who are going to perform now, not in two or three years because really they haven't got two or three years to spare.

"He might be 30 but you know in the next two years he's going to bring a trophy to Arsenal because of his energy. He'd also help bring along Jack Wilshire too.