ARSENAL INJURY UPDATE
Arsenal injury update: William Saliba, Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard latest news and return dates
Four new fitness concerns as the Gunners go four points clear
Arsenal beat Crystal Palace to open up a four-point lead at the top of the Premier League table.
Eberechi Eze netted the only goal of the game against his former club as the Gunners took full advantage of Liverpool and Manchester City falling to defeats over the weekend.
However, the win has been marred by a fresh quadruple injury scare.
The north London outfit have not had much luck on the fitness front this season as they were already without a host of senior players for the visit of Palace.
Now manager Mikel Arteta will be hopeful of some positive news as he prepares his side for a home game against Brighton in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night.
With that in mind, here’s a look at the latest Arsenal injury news.
William Saliba
While it was centre-back partner Gabriel whose fitness was under question ahead of the game, Saliba ended the day with a fitness concern of his own.
Saliba started alongside Gabriel on Sunday afternoon but was replaced at half-time, despite showing few signs of discomfort.
Arsenal are back in action at home to Brighton in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday, so Arteta will provide a further update on Saliba – and three other issues from the win over Crystal Palace – on Tuesday.
Potential return date: Unknown

Forced off: Declan Rice
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Declan Rice
Shortly afterwards, Declan Rice had to be withdrawn during the second half after picking up a knock.

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As Mikel Arteta was organising other substitutes at the time, the head coach was forced into a quick change and introduced Mikel Merino.
Speaking after the game, Arteta said: “Declan as well was struggling from the first half with a knock that he took … with Declan, I don’t really know because it was a knock.
But I don’t know if it was the calf or the Achilles or what exactly it was.”
Rice was able to walk onto the pitch at full-time to celebrate the victory.
Potential return date: Unknown
Riccardo Calafiori
Riccardo Calafiori was another forced off during the 1-0 win over Crystal Palace, coming off at the same time as Rice, after picking up a knock.
Arteta has little to say on the matter after the game, beyond acknowledging the late substitution.
Potential return date: Unknown
Gabriel Martinelli
Gabriel Martinelli replaced Bukayo Saka on 66 minutes and saw out the victory, but was spotted hobbling down the tunnel after the game.
Asked by reporters if Martinelli was OK, Arteta said: “Yeah, I think so.
“We have to check that one. He was a bit uncomfortable. He said he felt something. We don’t know whether it’s a muscular issue or not. Tomorrow we’ll have more news.”
Potential return date: Unknown
Sidelined: Martin Odegaard
Martin Odegaard
Odegaard has had no luck with injuries so far this season. After making a full recovery from a troublesome shoulder problem, disaster struck for the Arsenal captain against West Ham.
Substituted once again in the first half, it was later confirmed by the club that the midfielder suffered a medial collateral ligament injury.
After the game, Arteta confirmed the issue but was unable to elaborate further. He told reporters: “Willy obviously had to be out after the first half … there are two things related to his substitution.”
“It’s tricky to set a return date with this type of injury because, especially it being my left leg, a lot depends on how it goes when I start getting back on the pitch,” he said.
“Sometimes it can be quite sore when you start passing the ball and shooting and all these things with that leg, so it’s really hard to say a date.
“All I can say is I’m progressing really well at the moment. I think we will know more when I start getting back on the training pitches and we’ll see how that goes. If that goes really well then it can be quick.”
Potential return date: November 23, 2025 vs Tottenham (H)
Noni Madueke
The summer signing from Chelsea was enjoying an impressive start to life at Arsenal, but suffered a setback in the draw against Manchester City.
Withdrawn at half-time because of a knee complaint, fortunately scans the next day showed Noni Madueke had not suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury.
While the injury is not too serious, Arteta has said he expects to be without the winger for a number of weeks.

Sidelined: Noni Madueke
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“It looks like he is going to be out for a few weeks,” the Gunners manager told reporters. “We don’t really know yet. Probably we are going to have to scan him next week again.
“He felt something at the beginning of the match. He tried to carry on and at half-time it was too sore, so let’s see.”
Potential return date: November 2025
Kai Havertz
Kai Havertz has not featured for Arsenal since a second half substitute appearance in the win over Manchester United on the opening weekend of the new season.
After complaining of discomfort in his knee, the German international required minor surgery to correct the issue.
The club have been optimistic that Havertz would be sidelined for a period of weeks rather than months, with Arteta saying “many, many weeks” in his last update before the defeat at Liverpool back in August.
If all goes to plan, Arsenal’s No29 could be available for selection again before the next international break.
Potential return date: November 2025
Gabriel Jesus
Gabriel Jesus last featured for Arsenal in January’s FA Cup third round loss to Man United on penalties.
The Brazilian has struggled with knee issues throughout his stint in N5, and was forced to undergo yet another surgery on a torn cruciate ligament.
Jesus has been keeping supporters updated regarding his progress throughout the summer, posting footage of himself back on grass in a significant update.
The Brazilian recently said: “Yeah, I’m feeling great, man. My knee’s responding very well. So now I’m looking forward to being around the team again soon, to come back to do what I love to do. It’s been too long.
“An injury like this, one that is so long, you split up the recovery periods into smaller timings. So now I’m at the stage where I need to hold myself back a little bit, because I’m doing great work outside on the pitches, but it’s tricky because I need to not rush myself too hard over the line.
“When you can see the end, it’s important you don’t push too hard, keep my feet on the floor, and then as soon as the time comes, I will be ready.”
Potential return date: Late 2025
Arsenal vs. Tottenham: Preview, Predictions and Lineups
The north London derby headlines the return of the Premier League
Arsenal hold the advantage over their north London rivals.
The north London derby graces the Emirates Stadium on Sunday afternoon as Arsenal prepare for a crunch Premier League clash with local adversaries Tottenham Hotspur.
Arsenal know their position as table-toppers is secure for another week regardless of the outcome of derby day, but Mikel Arteta will understand the value of victory over Spurs. Not only would precious bragging rights be clinched, Arsenal’s status as title favourites would be further enhanced.
The Gunners endured a minor blip before the international break as they conceded late to Sunderland in an enthralling 2–2 draw, slightly cutting their advantage at the summit. With Manchester City and Co. hot on their tail, more blunders could see them surrender first place in the coming weeks.
Arsenal have an exceptional record in this particular fixture, unbeaten on home soil against the Lilywhites in the league since 2010. They have also won five and drawn one of the last six north London derbies.
But they face a more resilient Tottenham side than in recent seasons, Thomas Frank having helped solidify a previously leaky defence under Ange Postecoglou. They remain inconsistent, but they’re the best away side in the land right now and the only team not to be beaten on their travels in the Premier League.
Still, Spurs supporters will not enter Sunday’s rivalry brimming with confidence given their dire record at the Emirates, with a point likely celebrated wildly in N17.
Here is Sports Illustrated’s guide to Sunday’s Premier League derby.
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What Time Does Arsenal vs. Tottenham Kick Off?
Location: London, England
Stadium: Emirates Stadium
Date: Sunday, Nov. 23
Kick-off Time: 4.30 p.m. GMT / 11.30 a.m. ET / 8.30 a.m. PT
Referee: Michael Oliver
VAR: Stuart Attwell
Arsenal vs. Tottenham Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Games)
Arsenal: 4 wins
Tottenham: 0 wins
Draws: 1
Last meeting: Arsenal 2–1 Tottenham (Jan. 15, 2025)—Premier League
Current Form (All Competitions)
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Sunderland 2–2 Arsenal – 08/11/25
Tottenham 2–2 Man Utd – 08/11/25
Slavia Prague 0–3 Arsenal – 04/11/25
Tottenham 4–0 Copenhagen – 04/11/25
Burnley 0–2 Arsenal – 01/11/25
Tottenham 0–1 Chelsea – 01/11/25
Arsenal 2–0 Brighton – 29/10/25
Newcastle 2–0 Tottenham – 29/10/25
Arsenal 1–0 Crystal Palace – 26/10/25
Everton 0–3 Tottenham – 26/10/25
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Arsenal Team News

Gabriel is an enormous absence in the Arsenal defence. / Ryan Pierse/Getty Images
Arsenal’s injury issues worsened over the international period as star centre back Gabriel entered the treatment room. A thigh injury sustained for Brazil leaves him sidelined for the foreseeable future, meaning Cristhian Mosquera is likely to step into the lineup for his first north London derby appearance.
Riccardo Calafiori is another slight doubt in the backline as he battles a hip problem, but the Italian is expected to feature against Spurs from left back.
Noni Madueke, Viktor Gyökeres, Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus and Martin Ødegaard are all in the treatment room, too, but Arteta has hinted that some of the injured quintet could feature in some capacity against Tottenham.
Arsenal Predicted Lineup vs. Tottenham

Arsenal could make one change from the Sunderland draw. / FotMob
Arsenal predicted lineup vs. Tottenham (4-2-3-1): Raya; Timber, Saliba, Mosquera, Calafiori; Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Eze, Trossard; Merino.
Tottenham Team News

Mohammed Kudus is back. / Catherine Ivill – AMA/Getty Images
The international break came at the perfect time for Tottenham from an injury perspective, with a host of players returning from fitness issues. Most importantly, Mohammed Kudus is available having missed the draw with Manchester United before the break.
He’s joined by fellow returnees Archie Gray, Lucas Bergvall, Kota Takai, Ben Davies and even long-term absentee Radu Drăgușin, while Pape Sarr and Randal Kolo Muani are also fit to feature against the Gunners.
Spurs still have several players out, however, including influential creators Dejan Kulusevski and James Maddison, as well as leading No.9 Dominic Solanke.
Tottenham Predicted Lineup vs. Arsenal

Spurs have some important players returning from injury. / FotMob
Tottenham predicted lineup vs. Arsenal (4-2-3-1): Vicario; Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Spence; Palhinha, Bentancur; Kudus, Sarr, Odobert; Richarlison.
Arsenal vs. Tottenham Score Prediction
The division’s best defence against the joint-most prolific goalscorers away from home. How will this pan out?
Sunday’s iteration of the derby is likely to be a hard-fought and relatively even affair, Spurs happy to sit deep and soak up pressure given their newly-discovered defensive confidence and Arsenal keen to dominate possession and chances in front of their own supporters.
Gabriel’s injury weakens their stubborn rearguard, but Arsenal have a fine deputy in Mosquera and should prove similarly impenetrable even without their Brazilian. Spurs, who are still missing some key attacking forces, might find it tough to break through.
History and form favours the Gunners, too, and they are sizeable favourites to tuck another derby day triumph under their belts—and perhaps another clean sheet.
Prediction: Arsenal 2–0 Tottenham
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didn’t choose Arsenal because of the contract or the ambitious project — I chose it because of one person. The only player I’ve ever wanted to stand alongside in my entire career.”…
In a fan and creator-imagined press conference, Antoine Semenyo astonished the football community with a statement that reverberated across social media.
The Ghanaian forward, recognized for his modesty and keen instincts on the field, disclosed the “true reason” behind his fictional choice to join Arsenal — and it was unrelated to finances, contracts, or ambitious long-term plans.
“I didn’t select Arsenal for the contract or the ambitious project — I chose it because of one individual. The only player I’ve ever aspired to play alongside throughout my career.”
The atmosphere turned hushed. Journalists leaned in, eager for Semenyo to unveil the identity of the enigmatic figure who supposedly lured him to the Gunners.
In this imagined context, online fans began speculating: Bukayo Saka? Martin Odegaard? William Saliba? The conjecture was boundless.
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Moments later — in this fictional narrative — Semenyo revealed the name, and within seconds, global football platforms “exploded.”
Arsenal fans flooded social media with enthusiasm, memes, and animated responses. Neutral supporters expressed disbelief, while rival fans scrambled to comprehend the declaration.
The identity of the player was portrayed as the essence of Liverpool’s current era — a figure who personifies the club’s values, competitive drive, and growing aspirations.
For Semenyo, he stated, the choice was emotional rather than tactical. It was about playing alongside someone he profoundly respected, someone who motivated him as both a rival and a teammate.
In this dramatized account, Semenyo articulated that his admiration for the unnamed Liverpool star had spanned years.
From observing him play as a youth to analyzing his growth in the Premier League, Semenyo characterized him as a “footballing partner I always envisioned.”
Fans envisioned this moment as one of the most thrilling transfer announcements in Arsenal’s recent history — a blend of loyalty, admiration, and ambition that resonates on a global scale.
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The imagined reveal quickly became a worldwide trend. Fan accounts produced edits, journalists shared reaction videos, and discussion panels examined the emotional significance of a player choosing a club for reasons of camaraderie rather than financial gain.
Hashtags such as SemenyotoArsenal, #GunnersBond, and #ArsenalFCIcon inundated X, TikTok, and Instagram in this hypothetical scenario.
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Gabriel Jesus training footage sends clear message to Mikel Arteta ahead of Tottenham clash
Gabriel Jesus training footage sends clear message to Mikel Arteta ahead of Tottenham clash
Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus is back scoring goals in training, with Mikel Arteta considering his options available to him for Sunday’s crunch clash with north London rivals Tottenham
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Gabriel Jesus was back in training with Arsenal earlier in November(Image: Stuart MacFarlane, Arsenal FC via Getty Images)
Gabriel Jesus is back scoring goals as Mikel Arteta faces a squad dilemma ahead of the north London derby this weekend.
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The Brazilian striker suffered a cruciate ligament tear in an FA Cup clash with Manchester United back in January. Since then, Jesus has been on a long road to recovery.
Now, almost a year later, the 28-year-old looks closer than ever to returning to Arteta’s matchday squad. Arsenal shared a video of Jesus finding the net repeatedly during a training session.
Jesus returned to training ahead of the Gunners’ clash with Sunderland earlier this month. Arteta was asked when he thought the forward will be able to make his first appearance in an Arsenal shirt since the serious injury, but admitted at the time: “I don’t know.
“Now it’s about making the steps day by day in a different surrounding. Obviously, he’s been doing everything on his own; now he’s got players around him, very competitive players around him, and see how he copes with that.
“But he’s full of energy, I love the reaction of all his teammates when he first joined us and yeah, great to have him back.”
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Jesus certainly looked full of energy in the video shared on Arsenal’s official X account on Tuesday afternoon. The Brazilian could be seen beating players, creating space and finishing from all angles, which will certainly send a message to Arteta – that he wants to get back out on the pitch as soon as possible.
Although Arsenal’s No.9 looked sharp, but the next question is whether he can play a full 90 minutes. Various reports still place Jesus’ expected return date around mid-December.
Despite the wait, that could still provide a major boost for Arteta heading into a busy festive period. The Gunners will play eight games in December, including six Premier League fixtures, one Champions League match, and a Carabao Cup quarter-final against Crystal Palace.
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The video showed Gabriel Jesus looking sharp in training at Arsenal(Image: Arsenal’s X account)
Arsenal fans were excited to see Jesus back scoring in training, with one commenting: “Back with a bang… Happy to see him smile on the grass again.”
Many supporters questioned whether Jesus would be fit for the clash with Tottenham this Sunday. With Viktor Gyokeres’ own fitness in doubt, one fan added: “No Gyokeres no problem, Jesus our saviour is here.”
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Another hoped for a dream scenario: “Imagine if he returns and scores against Spurs,” while another said: “I’m happy for Gabriel Jesus. Hopefully he will stay fit forever going forward.”

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Gabriel Jesus was scoring for fun in training
Injuries have been an unfortunate constant in Jesus’ career. He suffered a knee injury early in his Arsenal spell, sidelining him for 100 days, while further knee and hamstring problems have seen him miss additional weeks at a time.
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