Mikel Arteta could make several changes to his Arsenal squad as the Gunners face Girona in the Champions League. After Arsenal beat Dinamo Zagreb last time out in the Champions League, the Gunners moved within touching distance of the round of 16.
Arsenal’s pursuit of the Premier League title continues to be tested by an ever-growing injury list. As Mikel Arteta’s side battles to keep pace with Liverpool, the Gunners are navigating a series of setbacks that could significantly impact their campaign.
Martin Odegaard, Mikel Merino and Ben White latest news and return dates - Fixtures continue to come thick and fast as Arsenal battle fresh problems
While the Euro 2024 winner's contract at Sociedad includes a £51 million release clause, which other media sources state Arsenal plan to trigger ( Fabrizio Romano ), a new report claims that they've put two squad members on the table in an attempt to sign him at a cheaper rate.
At Arsenal training ahead of the Girona game. Merino and Odegaard are both back after missing Saturday’s win. Havertz also training despite struggling towards the end of the Wolves game. No White or Tomiyasu. pic.twitter.com/TpCDebRv2X
Arsenal deals & transfers January 2025Kai Havertz appeared to overcome his weekend injury scare to rejoin training with Arsenal on Tuesday, with Mikel Merino and Martin Odegaard also involved in the
Skelly’s knee injury is “nothing serious” and a late call will be made on his and William Saliba’s availability for Arsenal’s trip to Wolverhampton Wanderers this Saturday. Lewis-Skelly picked up the injury during Arsenal’s 2-2 draw against Aston Villa on January 17 but played the entire match.
If this is to be the end of Arsenal's title challenge -- and given events in Brentford earlier Saturday, it feels like it might be -- then it could scarcely be more appropriate. This was the full smorgasbord of the reasons why the Premier League trophy will be on Merseyside come May 24 rather than north London.
In conclusion, this fixture is more than just a game; it’s a narrative of ambition, challenge, and strategy in the Premier League. While Wolves seek stability and a return to form, Arsenal eyes the upper echelons of the table, making this match a critical point in their season narratives.
Thomas Partey continues to remain the deep-lying midfielder with Declan Rice p roviding his services from the left side. The Gunners will also welcome Martin Odegaard, who missed the previous game due to an illness. He should come at the cost of Ethan Nwaneri in the middle of the park.
Bukayo Saka (hamstring), Ethan Nwaneri (muscle), Ben White (knee) Takehiro Tomiyasu (knee), and Gabriel Jesus (ACL) are confirmed absentees while the availability of Riccardo Calafiori is under the radar.
Mikel Arteta could see several Arsenal stars pick up injuries over the next few weeks if no January signings are made. Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Jesus are currently among those ruled out because of long-term injuries with Ben White and Takehiro Tomiyasu,