The Latest Breaking News on Lack of squad depth leaves Arsenal treading a tightrope in quest for title

Manager Mikel Arteta still to make final decision for trip to south coast

Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice picked up injuries in the north London derby draw with Tottenham last weekend.

The Gunners’ record signing went off at half-time of the north London derby, with Leandro Trossard missing the game altogether

Arsenal are suddenly dealing with a flurry of concerning injuries that could threaten to derail their title bid.

Declan Rice was forced off against Spurs with a back injury and will be assessed this week.

Wasteful finishing cost the Gunners as Tottenham came back to claim a point in the north London derby

Rice was withdrawn at half-time as Arsenal and Tottenham played out an entertaining draw

Martin Odegaard has signed a five-year contract at Arsenal, joining Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli and William Saliba in committing his long-term future to the club. The 24-year-old midfielder scored 15 Premier League goals and provided seven assists last season, and has three goals in all competitions this season.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta says it has been uncomfortable dropping Aaron Ramsdale and is yet to decide who will be in goal for Sunday’s north London derby.