Overview

• William Saliba twisted his ankle at Anfield and departed after five minutes, with French reports suggesting up to a month out and journalist Charles Watts cautioning the timeframe is unconfirmed and could differ.
• Mikel Arteta says Bukayo Saka’s latest hamstring issue will keep him out for a few weeks after he was injured against Leeds.
• Kai Havertz underwent minor knee surgery and faces many weeks on the sidelines, according to Arteta.
• Martin Ødegaard returned to play at Anfield and featured for Norway during the break, and Ben White is pushing to be available against Nottingham Forest.
• Cristhian Mosquera is among the cover options as Arsenal approach a congested run that includes Nottingham Forest, a Champions League trip to Athletic Club, and league meetings with Manchester City and Newcastle.