Brief

Arsenal injury update: key players set to return for Leeds clash

Arsenal will look to field a stronger side against Leeds on Saturday after a 12‑day wait for the first international break, with several injured players expected back.

By Felo News Desk · Published Mon, 28 Sep 2026 18:00:42 GMT

Arsenal are preparing for a Premier League return to Leeds on Saturday, with the club hoping to bring back several key players after a 12‑day delay caused by a change to the first international break. According to the Standard, the Gunners expect Cristhian Mosquera and Ben White to be fit for selection, while William Saliba could be close to a return.

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard has been sidelined after a heavy challenge on Norway duty, which left him with an ankle knock. Odegaard, who was seen limping after the match, said he hopes not to miss the Norway squad ahead of their clash with Wales. The Standard reports that Odegaard was angry after the incident, shouting profanity at the opposing player.

Forward Kai Havertz left the pitch with a suspected hamstring issue following a high challenge from Quinten Timber during Germany’s Nations League draw against the Netherlands. Havertz is expected to miss the upcoming England matches.

Midfielder Declan Rice, who has struggled with injuries over the past year, will miss England’s Nations League triple‑header against Czechia and Croatia. Rice is currently resting at Arsenal in preparation for future fixtures.

Arsenal’s injury list also includes Jurrien Timber, who is training alone with the Netherlands squad after a groin injury, and other squad members such as Cristhian Mosquera, Ben White and William Saliba who are in recovery.

Key facts

Arsenal expect Mosquera, White and Saliba to be fit for the Leeds match (standard.co.uk)
Martin Odegaard suffered an ankle knock during Norway duty (standard.co.uk)
Kai Havertz left the pitch with a suspected hamstring injury (standard.co.uk)
Declan Rice will miss England’s Nations League matches against Czechia and Croatia (standard.co.uk)

Background

Arsenal’s injury situation mirrors the broader Premier League trend of key players missing international duty, as seen in recent United and Newcastle injury updates.