Arsenal Team News: Gyokeres and Jesus Battle for Starting Role Against Man Utd—Latest Injuries and Predicted Lineup
Arsenal seek to bounce back to winning form in the Premier League after consecutive draws as they attempt to strengthen their hold on first place.
Draws against Liverpool and Nottingham Forest represented missed chances to extend their lead over pursuing teams—with Manchester City and Aston Villa struggling in recent fixtures—yet Arsenal remain strong favorites for the title.
A win against traditional foes Manchester United would enhance their chances of securing a first Premier League championship in more than twenty years, with Mikel Arteta having numerous quality options available for this crucial match.
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Arsenal's injury list remains minimal with only youngster Max Dowman definitely ruled out for United's visit due to an ankle problem.
The encouraging update for Arteta is that both Piero Hincapié and Riccardo Calafiori have resumed training after periods recovering from injury, though the Arsenal manager declined to reveal if they'll be involved against the Red Devils.
Arsenal Predicted Lineup vs. Man Utd (4-3-3)
Arsenal Predicted Lineup vs. Man Utd (4-3-3)
GK: David Raya—The Spanish keeper will anticipate challenges from an improving United attack but consistently provides reliable performances between the posts for the Gunners.
RB: Ben White—The availability of Calafiori and Hincapié gives Arteta more options in defensive positions, but White may start at right-back on Sunday as he did against Forest last weekend.
CB: William Saliba—Part of arguably the strongest center-back duo globally, Saliba faces the challenging task of containing Bryan Mbeumo, who impressed leading the attack in last weekend's Manchester derby victory.
CB: Gabriel—The Fantasy Premier League favorite among defenders will seek both a solid defensive showing and to trouble United from dead-ball situations.
LB: Jurriën Timber—Timber's adaptability is among his key strengths and Arteta might deploy the Dutch player at left-back, potentially giving Calafiori and Hincapié a gradual return with fixtures coming rapidly.
CM: Martin Ødegaard—Arsenal's creative captain will look to dictate play and overshadow counterpart Bruno Fernandes.
CM: Martín Zubimendi—While Ødegaard focuses on outshining Fernandes creatively, Zubimendi will concentrate on neutralizing United's primary attacking threat.
CM: Declan Rice—Frequently Arsenal's standout performer in important matches, Rice possesses the ability to provide the winning moment this weekend—through his set-piece expertise or perfectly-timed runs into the box.
RW: Bukayo Saka—Saka troubled Inter extensively midweek during Arsenal's 3–1 victory at San Siro and United left-back Luke Shaw will dread facing his relentless England teammate.
ST: Viktor Gyökeres—Gabriel Jesus impressed in Tuesday's Champions League clash but Gyökeres, who also scored in Italy, seems most likely to start up front. Recent goals against Inter and Chelsea should boost his confidence after facing legitimate criticism.
LW: Leandro Trossard—The intelligent Belgian should trouble Diogo Dalot significantly with his spatial awareness, technical skill and creative vision.