Arteta on Lewis-Skelly, picking a 'strong team' and Merino form

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has been speaking to the media before Wednesday's Champions League game at Girona (kick-off 20:00 GMT).

Here are the key lines from his news conference:

• After the news Myles Lewis-Skelly red card against Wolves has been overturned, Arteta said he is "really happy that the decision has been made and Myles is going to be available for us".

• He said the decision will not affect his thinking for choosing the team against Girona as there was already "a lot of uncertainty" for upcoming games.

• On the abuse referee Michael Oliver has been subjected to: "Regardless of whether it's about a player, a coach or a referee, it doesn't matter. We really have to work harder to eradicate this part of the game that brings nothing but bad stuff, leaves a bad taste and makes people's lives more difficult. Let's get it out. Let's kick it out."

• He added: "It should not be permitted. We don't want it, we don't need it and certainly damages our sport."

• On whether he will make changes for the game: "We're here to win the game and in order to do that we're going to have to be better than them. So tomorrow will be a very strong team in order to achieve what we want to do because mathematically the qualifying at the moment is uncertain."

• On whether Arsenal are looking at bringing in players this window for positions other than a striker: "There are situations open. I always say the same - if we can improve the squad with players who can impact us now and in the future, we will try to do that if it is the best thing for the club. I stand by that."

• He said Mikel Merino has been "quite unfortunate" with injuries but his "character is unbelievable", adding: "He's so determined and now he has some rhythm, some momentum and has had some very good moments in the last few weeks with us."

• On the possibility of resting Kai Havertz: "We have a lot of players with a lot of load. he's not an exception, but his work-rate and his desire [are great]. The way he trained today, it's as if he wants to play tomorrow. Some players, when they are in the rhythm, want to continue to do that because they feel better."