William Saliba is in contention to get his first minutes of the season when Arsenal host Hull in the Premier League on Saturday.
The Frenchman has missed the entirety of the campaign so far with a back injury but is now closing in on a return to competitive action.
Saliba's return and squad news
Saliba was an unused substitute against Slavia Prague in the Champions League on Wednesday and is expected to make the squad again this weekend.
While Arsenal will be cautious with his fitness and it would be a surprise if Saliba came straight in to start against Hull, he could well feature off the bench if the game state allows.
There is some concern over Ezri Konsa's fitness after he had to come off in Prague, but that is not believed to be a serious issue.
Expected lineup and key decisions
Riccardo Calafiori was given a full rest for Arsenal's 2-1 win over Slavia and should come back into the side here.
Bruno Guimaraes also did not feature in the Czech Republic and looks the obvious choice to partner Declan Rice in midfield.
In the absence of the injured Bukayo Saka, Noni Madueke continues to impress and he is effectively the only option on the right wing with Max Dowman suspended for the next two Premier League matches.
Left wing and striker selection
There is a tougher call to make on the left wing. Christos Tzolis was sharp on his return from injury last weekend against Liverpool at Anfield, but Eberechi Eze produced a strong display against Slavia to push his case.
Kai Havertz will hope to come back in to lead the line, even though Viktor Gyokeres produced a goal and an assist last time out.
Predicted Arsenal XI vs Hull (4-2-3-1): Raya; Timber, Konsa, Gabriel, Calafiori; Rice, Guimaraes; Madueke, Odegaard, Tzolis; Havertz
Injured: Saka
Doubt: Konsa
Suspended: Dowman
Time and date: 3pm GMT on Saturday November 7, 2026
Venue: Emirates Stadium
