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Arsenal boss hopeful of double fitness boost for north London derby

Arsenal hope to have Martin Odegaard and Kai Havertz back for the north London derby against Tottenham.

Arsenal make the trip to take on rivals Spurs on Sunday and could be boosted by the return of the key duo, with a decision to be made after training the day before the match.

"We have to wait until tomorrow but there is a big possibility that they are available," Mikel Arteta said at his pre-match press conference.

With Odegaard and Havertz out, Bukayo Saka has started the last two matches at No10.

He has looked bright there but Arteta could opt for more with Odegaard starting, if the Arsenal captain is deemed to be fit.

Martin Odegaard has missed Arsenal’s last two games

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Ben White and Christian Norgaard are among those pushing for more minutes but could have to settle for places on the bench again.

Riccardo Calafiori is an option to come into the side if Arteta does decide to freshen things up at left-back.

In attack, Leandro Trossard is fit and available despite going off against Wolves on Wednesday night after a blow to the head.

Neither Viktor Gyokeres or Gabriel Jesus have impressed recently, but Arteta is more likely to favour the Swede leading the line.

Predicted Arsenal XI (4-2-3-1): Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori; Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Odegaard, Trossard; Gyokeres

Injured: Merino

Doubts: Odegaard, Havertz, Dowman

Time and date: 4.30pm on Sunday, February 22, 2026

Venue: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

How to watch: Sky Sports