Despite those worries, the Gunners still sit just one point behind Manchester City in top spot and are well within the hunt. There are a few injury concerns over the two-week break that Mikel Arteta will be looking to get back on the pitch as soon as possible before a busy festive fixture period.
With that said, here's a look at the latest injury news ahead of Arsenal's clash with Brentford next Saturday.
Gabriel Jesus
Gabriel Jesus was excellent against Sevilla in the Champions League, netting a goal and providing an assist but there was an injury worry when he pulled up clutching his hamstring late on in the game. With 10 minutes to spare he was replaced by Eddie Nketiah, leaving him out of action ever since.
The striker has been called up to the Brazil international squad, despite concerns over his fitness. football.london understands that Jesus is expected to be back to fitness in time for the Brentford clash after the two-week break. Brazil are also hopeful of having Jesus involved in their World Cup qualifier against Argentina on Wednesday, November 22.
Injury: Hamstring
Expected return date: Brentford (A) - November 25
What Arteta has said: "Gabby won’t be fit, with Martin it is still uncertain, the rest no news so far."
What Brazil boss Diniz said: "I talked to Gabriel and he didn't come here without planning. He said he's feeling good, he's already doing certain things and when I spoke to him we had two more weeks, 10 days at least till the first game [against Colombia] and 15 days 'til the second one [against Argentina]. He is in good condition, we are doing things with great care. As soon as he arrived we made a new MRI we [are] treating him very carefully."Jorginho
Jorginho was on the receiving end of some daring challenges against Burnley. As a precaution, he was taken off to get his cuts and bruises patched up. However, he has been in action for Italy in their clash against North Macedonia.
Injury: Leg
Expected return date: Brentford (A) - November 25
What Arteta has said: "He had a few bad cuts I think so they could not sort it out on the pitch so they decided to take him out. Hopefully he is fine. I think he was really good again today, the way this guy is competing, coaching and supporting the team in every way, I am really happy with him."
Martin Odegaard
Odegaard has been nursing an injury recently and Arteta will hope that the Norwegian can return to action after the international break. Despite his ongoing hip problem, Odegaard's omission for the defeat against Newcastle at St James’ Park and the home Champions League win against Sevilla was as a result of an unrelated issue.
The Gunners captain took a ball to the face during a training session at London Colney in the lead up to the loss on Tyneside. Odegaard failed a fitness test ahead of the loss against Eddie Howe's side after being checked over for concussion. Concussion rules state players must rest for six days and be symptom free before returning to action.
football.london understands that Odegaard was put through his paces at London Colney on Tuesday and continues to be assessed, but is expected to return against Brentford.
Injury: Concussion/Hip
What Arteta has said: "I don't know. I am going to have a meeting now with the medical department and Edu to understand everyone's situation but I think he is going to be back after the international break. I don't know exactly what is the decision and the communication at the moment."
Expected return date: Brentford (A) - November 25
Gabriel Martinelli
Martinelli appeared to be clutching his right hamstring when he was substituted at the end of Arsenal's win over Burnley. The severity of his potential muscle issue remains to be seen. Martinelli has been spotted training with Brazil over the international break, suggesting no issue is prominent.
Injury: Hamstring
Expected return date: Brentford (A) - November 25
What Arteta has said: N/AWhat Arteta has said: "We have an issue with him. He felt something in his knee and started to feel some pain after the game - we are assessing him, but [it’s] a big worry with him. He's going to be out for weeks."
Jurrien Timber
Timber has undergone successful surgery, football.london understands, and he's now in the 'recovery phase' of his rehabilitation. The Dutchman has been sorely missed, especially with the club failing to find a suitable replacement in the summer transfer window.
Injury: ACL
Expected return date: Early 2024
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