Denis Suarez has been named among the subs for Arsenal's clash with Manchester City at the Etihad.
The Spaniard, signed during the final days of the January transfer window, is hoping to make his debut this afternoon against his former side.
Laurent Koscielny starts after his recent jaw problem with Stephan Lichtsteiner slotting in at right wing-back.
Mesut Ozil is once again named among the subs with Aaron Ramsey also failing to make the starting XI.
Sergio Aguero meanwhile is given the nod up front for Manchester City with Bernardo Silva, David Silva and Kevin de Bruyne in support.
Leroy Sane is among the City subs.
Man City vs Arsenal team news and line-ups
Man City: Ederson, Walker, Otamendi, Laporte, Fernandinho, Gundogan, Bernardo Silva, De Bruyne, Silva, Sterling, Aguero.
Subs: Danilo, Stones, Delph, Sane, Mahrez, Gabriel Jesus, Muric.
Arsenal: Leno, Mustafi, Koscielny, Monreal, Lichtsteiner, Torreira, Guendouzi, Kolasinac, Iwobi, Aubameyang, Lacazette.
Subs: Cech, Elneny, Ramsey, Ozil, Suarez, Mavropanos, Nketiah.
Referee: Martin Atkinson (W Yorkshire)
