Arsenal XI vs Bayer Leverkusen: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup and injury latest for Champions League | OneFootball

Gunners handed triple fitness boost ahead of last-16 first-leg match in Germany

David Raya, Declan Rice, Martin Zubimendi and Gabriel were all given the afternoon off completely against the League One side and should return here.

William Saliba has missed the last two matches with an ankle injury but took part in first-team training on Tuesday, suggesting he is in contention to be involved.

Also in that session were Leandro Trossard and Riccardo Calafiori, despite both being forced off with minor injuries against Mansfield.

Both could be available in Leverkusen but Arteta could opt to start Gabriel Martinelli even if Trossard is fit. The Brazilian has scored six Champions League goals this season despite starting only four matches.

Martin Odegaard was not seen in training as he continues to struggle to overcome a knee issue, leaving him as a major doubt.

That leaves a decision to be made at No10 and it could see Kai Havertz start against his former side in place of Eberechi Eze.

Ben White also missed out on Tuesday's training session, with it now almost a month since the full-back was last available. Mikel Merino is a long-term absentee after foot surgery.

Arteta will provide a full team news update at his pre-match press conference in Leverkusen on Tuesday evening.

Predicted Arsenal XI (4-2-3-1): Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapie; Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Havertz, Martinelli; Gyokeres

Injured: Merino

Doubts: Odegaard, White, Saliba, Trossard, Calafiori

Time and date: 5.45pm GMT on Wednesday March 11, 2026

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