Overview

• Manager Mikel Arteta said Noni Madueke “had an issue very early in the match” and was not fit to continue, clarifying the change was not tactical.
• Madueke was Arsenal’s most dangerous attacker in the first half before Bukayo Saka replaced him at the interval in the 1-1 draw.
• Arsenal expect further assessment in the coming days, with fixtures against Port Vale in the Carabao Cup and Newcastle in the league on the horizon.
• The 23-year-old joined from Chelsea in the summer for around €52 million and has made a strong start to the season on the right wing.
• Reports indicate some at Chelsea warned selling Madueke was a risky call that could backfire, adding scrutiny to the decision as his impact grows.