Mikel Arteta may now do something he has not done for 297 days against Leeds

Writer James Lloyd suggests Mikel Arteta may start Jurrien Timber at center-back against Leeds United, a tactical choice Arteta has not made in the Premier League for 297 days. With William Saliba sidelined with a back issue and Ezri Konsa dealing with two knocks sustained on international duty, Arsenal faces limited options in central defense alongside Gabriel.

Lloyd notes that Timber last started at center-back in the league in December against Wolves. Although Ben White and Cristhian Mosquera could also be available, Lloyd argues Timber's composure makes him a strong candidate alongside Gabriel if Konsa is unavailable.