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Mikel Arteta set to give eight-player Arsenal injury update ahead of Leeds amid Kai Havertz hint

Arsenal supporters are eagerly awaiting Mikel Arteta's press conference on Friday with the Gunners boss set to give updates on eight players in relation to their fitness

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 5:00 AM
Mikel Arteta set to give eight-player Arsenal injury update ahead of Leeds amid Kai Havertz hint
Key Things to Know
  • Mikel Arteta will provide fitness updates on eight Arsenal players ahead of facing Leeds United.
  • Ben White, Cristhian Mosquera, Piero Hincapie, and Max Dowman participated in Arsenal's Thursday training session.
  • Kai Havertz, Christos Tzolis, Declan Rice, and Ezri Konsa missed Thursday's training following international concerns.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is set to provide updates on eight players during his Friday press conference before facing Leeds United. Ben White, Cristhian Mosquera, Piero Hincapie, and Max Dowman all took part in Thursday's training session and appear ready for inclusion in the matchday squad following the international break.

Fitness doubts remain over Christos Tzolis, Kai Havertz, Declan Rice, and Ezri Konsa, none of whom were spotted in recent training photos after various international withdrawals. Meanwhile, defender William Saliba continues recovering from a back issue and could target a return in November or December.

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