Seven Arsenal changes for Everton as Mikel Arteta sends Kai Havertz pointed message

Mikel Arteta has the luxury of making several changes to the Arsenal starting lineup this weekend…

By Jake Stokes · Football London

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 5:00 AM

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Jake Stokes argues Mikel Arteta should make seven changes to Arsenal's lineup against Everton.
The writer suggests starting Viktor Gyokeres over Kai Havertz after the forward impressed against Bayern Munich.
Arsenal drew 2-2 with Bayern Munich on Wednesday, leaving only two days of rest before hosting Everton.

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Jake Stokes of Football London argues that Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta should make seven changes to his starting lineup against Everton. Following a 2-2 Champions League draw against Bayern Munich on Wednesday, the writer expects rotation to manage squad fatigue ahead of Saturday's Premier League match at Emirates Stadium.

The proposed changes include starting Viktor Gyokeres over Kai Havertz in attack and resting Declan Rice in favor of Martin Zubimendi and Mikel Merino. Stokes also suggests defensive rotations with Myles Lewis-Skelly, Ben White, and Cristhian Mosquera, while Eberechi Eze and Noni Madueke feature in attacking roles.

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Seven Arsenal changes for Everton as Mikel Arteta sends Kai Havertz pointed message

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