Arsenal's preparations for Sunday's London derby against Chelsea have been hampered by injury doubts over Bukayo Saka, Kai Havertz and Ben White. The Gunners moved five points clear at the top of the Premier League with a 4-1 win over Tottenham, but Mikel Arteta faces a nervous wait over several key players.
Saka limped off in stoppage time after a clash with Xavi Simons, though the winger was moving freely afterwards and is expected to be available. Arteta made no mention of the injury in his post-match press conference, suggesting it is not serious.
Havertz has missed the last four games with a muscular injury and was ruled out of the north London derby despite Arteta's hopes of a comeback. The German remains a doubt for the visit of his former club Chelsea. White was a surprise omission against Spurs due to a muscular niggle, and Arteta confirmed the new injury blow before kick-off.
Long-term absentee Mikel Merino is out for months after undergoing foot surgery, while 16-year-old Dowman is close to returning from an ankle injury. Arteta said Dowman is 'about a week away' from a comeback.
