Fixtures that Gabriel Martinelli could miss during his injury time out

Mikel Arteta stressed that he needed help to compete on various fronts this season, but no new signings were made.

Arsenal still have Leandro Trossard and Raheem Sterling available but they have just six goals between them this season.

Arteta could be facing another selection headache amid the new injury

Arteta could be facing another selection headache amid the new injuryCredit: Getty

Arteta will hope that Martinelli will be back in time for the run-in as they eye success in both the Premier League and Champions League.

Their FA Cup and Carabao Cup exits could prove to be blessings in disguise as their fixture schedule won't be as busy.

However, they remain six points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool, who will extend the gap to nine if they win their game in hand.

Arsenal finished in the top eight of the Champions League table and will face one of AC Milan, PSV Eindhoven, Feyenoord or Juventus in the last 16.

Fixtures that Gabriel Martinelli could miss

February 15 - Leicester City vs Arsenal - Premier League

February 22 - Arsenal vs West Ham - Premier League

February 26 - Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal - Premier League

March 4/5 - Arsenal vs TBC - Champions League

March 9 - Manchester United vs Arsenal - Premier League

March 11/12 - Arsenal vs TBC - Champions League

March 16 - Arsenal vs Chelsea - Premier League