Chris Sutton believes Arsenal are still well short of competing with the Premier League's best after slumping to a defeat by Liverpool in the Carabao Cup.
Former Liverpool midfielder Don Hutchinson also believes making the top four is vital for the Gunners to attract top quality players in next summer's transfer window.
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