Last time out, Mikel Arteta’s side defeated title rivals Manchester City 1-0 thanks to a late Gabriel Martinelli strike. But that game did see Leandro Trossard pick up an injury, forcing him off for Martinelli at half-time.
Star winger Bukayo Saka also missed that game due to a knock of his own whilst William Saliba also was forced to pull out of France's squad ahead of the ongoing international break. With that said, here's a look at those latest injury worries for the north Londoners, with updates on a few and potential return dates that are ahead.
Bukayo Saka
After being forced off in the defeat to RC Lens in the Champions League, Saka was left out of the Arsenal squad completely against Manchester City. The injury concerns over the winger became too much, consequently seeing him become a doubt for the international break.
Saka was in attendance at the Emirates Stadium to witness the win over City and supporters will be hoping the 22-year-old is fit enough to feature against Chelsea. However, England men's national team posted an update that announced the youngster won't be part of the squad for the international break.
What Mikel Arteta has said: "He felt something and then you are tempted to risk him, but he was unable to train yesterday so that put him out of the game straight away. It’s a blow not to have him but we have lost players in recent weeks and have adapted to it. He is a really important player, there is no question about that, but the team has to use the resources that we have to make it, even without him."
What the England national team have said: "Bukayo Saka will play no part in England’s fixtures with Australia and Italy. The forward reported to St. George’s Park on Monday alongside the rest of the Three Lions’ squad. Having missed Arsenal’s Premier League win against Manchester City on Sunday through injury, Saka was assessed by the England medical team and it was decided the player would continue his rehabilitation at his club."
Injury: Hamstring and thigh
Expected return date : UnknownLondon, meaning the defender played the entirety of the game through an injury.
Fortunately for Arsenal fans, football.london understands that the toe issue isn't a huge concern and has been an ongoing discomfort for some time. It means there's some hope that Saliba should be back to face London rivals Chelsea.
Injury: Big toe
Expected return date: Chelsea (A) - October 21
He was in attendance for the game against Man United. football.london spoke to Timber post-match where the 22-year-old was still using the aid of two crutches to move about.
Asked how he was feeling with his recovery, a swift, "good, good" was the response. He will be sorely missed, especially with the club failing to find a suitable replacement in the summer transfer window.
Injury: Knee
Expected return date: 2024
What Arteta has said: "Huge blow. Especially for him after just joining the club. To have the injury he has is a huge blow. We recruited him with clear intentions and what he was bringing to the team was evident, but he's not going to be able to do it this season. We have to adapt. These things happen, unfortunately, and we have to move on
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