Watford boss Claudio Ranieri has acknowledged that he missed Nigeria international Emmanuel Dennis during his side's 1-0 loss to Southampton last weekend.
The Hornets have not shown consistency in the new Premier League season, surprisingly losing at the Vic to the Saints after a brilliant performance, especially in the second half, in a 5-2 rout of Everton.
Dennis, who played a big part in the win against the Toffees with a goal and two assists, wasn't available to face Southampton as he was serving a one-game ban due to accumulated bookings.
Ranieri says it's a boost to have the striker back and thinks the Nigerian is a very talented player.
"He's a very good talented player. He's fast, has good skill, he always goes straight to the goal," Ranieri told reporters at Friday's pre-match press conference.
"I love these kind of players and of course I missed him in the Southampton match, and then I think he can have a very good match against Arsenal".
Dennis has scored three goals and provided three assists for his teammates in nine outings in the Premier League ahead of the visit to Arsenal.
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