Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has provided an update on the injury status of his players ahead of the match against Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium. 

The Gunners will look to build on their 5-1 win over City last season, although Arteta acknowledges that the Mancunians are in better form this time around.

Arteta confirmed that Bukayo Saka, Ben White, and Martin Odegaard will be assessed during tomorrow’s training session before a final decision on their involvement against City on Sunday evening. “If there is a chance, it will be after tomorrow’s session as they haven’t done anything yet,” Arteta said.

Meanwhile, Viktor Gyokeres and Mikel Merino, who received cuts to their heads against Athletic Bilbao, are fine and poised to feature against City. William Saliba, who was in the matchday squad for the midweek game, is “pushing” to be involved in the match and will likely start alongside Gabriel in central defense.

The match promises to be an exciting encounter, with both teams looking to make a strong statement in the Premier League. Arsenal needs a strong and commanding start at the Emirates Stadium to unsettle City’s new-look backline and secure a positive result.

Arteta has some big decisions to make ahead of the game, but he will be looking to his team to deliver a strong performance. Gabriel Martinelli could reclaim a starting role on the left wing after his man-of-the-match display against Athletic Bilbao, while Eberechi Eze could operate as a playmaker.

With several key players potentially returning to the lineup, Arsenal will be looking to build on their recent performances and secure a positive result against their title rivals.