Arteta to make late decisions on Arsenal trio ahead of Man City game | OneFootball

Mikel Arteta says he will make a late decision on whether Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard and William Saliba can be involved against Manchester City on Sunday.

Saka has been out since last month after injuring his hamstring against Leeds but is closing in on a return to action.

Odegaard, meanwhile, re-injured his shoulder in the win over Nottingham Forest and is a doubt.

Saliba returned to the squad in the Champions League victory over Athletic Club but was an unused substitute, though could return this weekend.

“If there is a chance, it will be after tomorrow’s session as they haven’t done anything yet,” Arteta said on Saka and Odegaard.

“We will have more information tomorrow.

“Everything has been modified so far for them and there’s still a few things to clear.

“Tomorrow we’ll have more information on whether they are part of the squad or if they have a chance to be part of the squad or not.”

On Saliba, he added: “Let’s see. Obviously he’s been carrying an injury and he’s done really well to be available for the last match and he’s really pushing it.

“We’ll decide tomorrow what’s best.”

Viktor Gyokeres and Mikel Merino are available despite suffering head injuries against Athletic Club. “They are fine, they will be available,” Arteta said.

Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus continue to miss out, meanwhile, while it is yet to be determined whether Ben White can be involved.