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#arsenal

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is set to make several changes with Arsenal in a strong position and the weekend clash with Wolves in mind. Viktor Gyokeres is likely to start, as is Christian Norgaard. Gabriel, Kai Havertz and Cristhian Mosquera are all unavailable. Declan Rice, Leandro Trossard and William Saliba did not train with the rest of the squad this morning and are unlikely to play.

I think in the end you need to use it as a motivation and in the end as a strength, because it happened and we need to accept it and we need to get better. At the same time, within the season, I think these moments happen, set-backs, and you just have to step up after that.

The WSL is back! After the final international break of the calendar year, the WSL returns with a bang as Arsenal play host to Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners will be hoping to close the gap on their title rivals this afternoon with a much-needed win. Meanwhile, Liverpool are seeking their first league victory of the campaign. Renee Slegers will be boosted by the return of both Leah Williamson and captain Kim Little.

That's a tough one. I personally would start Saka. As much as Madueke has done really well, he's been out for a while (with a knee injury) so you don't want to put too much on him straight away. Arteta has been good this season at rotation and managing the squad. I know there's been a few injuries so he'd had to as well. I just think putting Saka back in will be the best choice for this game.

We train this afternoon and he didn't train yesterday. It's very important for him how these passing hours if he is feeling better. Until the last moment I don't know if he is going to be available or not for tomorrow.

Arsenal are interested in signing the highly rated Spanish midfielder Rodrigo Mendoza. The 20-year-old midfielder has done quite well for Elche, and his performances have attracted the attention of the North London club, as per Fichajes. Arsenal are looking to add more creativity and control in the middle of the park, and they believe that Rodrigo could develop into an important player for them.

Arsenal's official statement described the Quintero twins as two of the most exciting young talents in South America, praising their consistent form at youth level for both club and country. It's no coincidence the Gunners moved swiftly to secure them. Independiente del Valle boasts a proven record of youth development, having produced stars such as Moises Caicedo and current Gunner Piero Hincapie.

The Gunners continued their brilliant form this season by beating Brentford at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday. Mikel Merino and Bukayo Saka were on the scoresheet for Mikel Arteta's side. The win became more important for the Gunners because Chelsea lost against Leeds United at Elland Road, increasing Arsenal's lead over the Blues in the Premier League title race. Manchester City, after their dramatic 5-4 win against Fulham, closed the gap to two points over Arsenal.

Crystal Palace are reportedly open to selling Jean-Philippe Mateta to avoid the risk of losing him on a free transfer in what is surely a boost for the likes of Liverpool and Arsenal. The in-form French striker has shone at Selhurst Park but is yet to agree a new contract, with his current deal due to expire in 2027. This has Palace chiefs concerned about another Marc Guehi situation, according to the Sun,

Arsenal's 1-1 draw with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge kept them top of the Premier League table, but the big talking point was the surprise absence of defensive star William Saliba. Just hours before kick-off, the French centre-back was ruled out, leaving Mikel Arteta without both Saliba and regular partner Gabriel Magalhaes, who is already sidelined. That left the Gunners forced into an entirely new-look pairing with summer signings Piero Hincapie and Cristhian Mosquera stepping into the heart of defence.