Key man returns as Arteta makes one change | Predicted Arsenal XI vs Manchester City

Arsenal host Manchester Metropolis on the Emirates Stadium at 16:30 UK time on Sunday afternoon as they give the impression of being to proceed their 100% profitable document at house within the Premier League of their assembly versus Pep Guardiola’s males on matchday 5.

Following a hard-earned win in opposition to Athletic Bilbao within the Champions League, Mikel Arteta will hope that his facet can decide up all three factors in opposition to one of many title contenders in what guarantees to be an entertaining affair.

Here’s a take a look at the Gunners’ potential line-up for the fixture.

Goalkeeper – David Raya has conceded solely two targets in 5 matches in all competitions thus far this season, and is the favorite to proceed in between the sticks for a sixth straight recreation for Arsenal.

Defenders – Jurrien Timber and Riccardo Calafiori have been in glorious kind at proper and left full again, respectively. The duo are anticipated to get the nod of their positions as soon as extra in opposition to Manchester Metropolis.

The one change within the backline might see Cristhian Mosquera drop out in favour of William Saliba, who’s match after recovering from his damage from previous to the worldwide break. The Frenchman might associate Gabriel Magalhaes in the course of Arsenal’s defence.

Gyokeres set to guide the assault

Midfielders – Martin Zubimendi scored a brace on the Emirates Stadium in final weekend’s conflict in opposition to Nottingham Forest, and is more likely to begin because the deeper-lying midfielder for Arsenal once more.

His compatriot Mikel Merino may also proceed within the engine room owing to Martin Odegaard’s damage, with Declan Rice anticipated to spherical off the trio of gamers in the course of the park.

Forwards – Bukayo Saka is nearing full health however in opposition to Manchester Metropolis, Noni Madueke may retain his place on the fitting flank. Despite being recreation changers in Bilbao final week, neither Gabriel Martinelli nor Leandro Trossard are more likely to begin with Eberechi Eze anticipated to be employed on the left wing.

Viktor Gyokeres scored a hat-trick in opposition to Manchester Metropolis within the Champions League final season, and on his maiden look in opposition to them as an Arsenal participant, he’ll look to make his mark as he leads the road.

Here’s a take a look at Arsenal’s doable eleven on paper.