Arsenal forward Andrey Arshavin has admitted that his form has been 'average' since he joined the club.

The Russian, who joined from Zenit Saint Petersburg in 2009, has suggested that he has found it hard not being the focal point of the team.

"Speaking honestly, I think my performances for Arsenal have been average," Arshavin said. "I've done some good things but I don't assess my game on goals or assists – I look at the whole picture.

"Normally when I'm on the pitch, I take control of a game but I haven't really done that here. I'm an extra tool in the team rather than the main one, so it's been different."

Arsenal host West Bromwich Albion in the Premier League on Saturday.

Written by
Jack Prescott