It seems to have been a recurring theme this season, and, once again, Arsenal have injury worries in a number of areas ahead of the visit of United. Mikel Merino, Thomas Partey and Gabriel are all doubts, but the latter seems more likely to be involved than not.

Arsenal sit second in the Premier League rankings, only behind Liverpool, who are nine points clear at the top. So Arsenal can't avoid any slip if they don't want another season in a supporting role, as happened in 2022 and 2023 when Man City got the spotlight.