Napoli attacker Dries Mertens says there'll be no excuses if they fail to beat Arsenal in the Europa League quarterfinals.

The first leg will be in London on April 11, with the decider at the Stadio San Paolo on April 18.

“We are happy with the draw, as it'll be difficult, but if you don't win games like this, then you don't deserve to lift the trophy," Mertens told Radio Kiss Kiss.

“We faced Arsenal when Rafa Benitez was the Coach, but the team has grown so much since then. We lost some players, but brought in others, while gaining experience. We're stronger now.

“Napoli had a good Champions League group phase, especially against Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain, so we ought to have faith in ourselves."