Arsenal's Santi Cazorla out for three months

Arsenal have suffered a major blow to their league ambitions following a long-term injury to midfielder Santi Cazorla.

The Spain international suffered a knee ligament damage during the second half of his side's 1-1 draw at Norwich City.

Sources now reveal the midfield enforcer could be out until March at the least, should he have a successful rehabilitation period.

The Gunners are expected to bring in a new holding midfielder in the New Year as they seek to compensate for the loses of Francis Coquelin and Santi Cazorla.

Arsene Wenger's side host Sunderland in the Premier League on Saturday.