Arsenal are set for their second Premier League clash of 2025 when they face off against Brighton at the Amex Stadium.
The Gunners are in fine form in the league, having picked up three wins on the bounce after defeating Crystal Palace, Ipswich and Brentford.
It has Mikel Arteta and his side back on track, though the race for the Premier League title is still out of their hands and in control of rivals Liverpool.
All Arsenal can do is continue to pick up wins and they will be looking to do that against Brighton next time out.
The Seagulls have gone winless in their last seven league matches, but have taken points off of the Gunners this season.
So with that said, here’s a look at a predicted XI for Brighton vs Arsenal in the upcoming league clash.
Arsenal injury news and team latest
Arsenal will be boosted by some returns as Kai Havertz returns from illness, with Mikel Arteta revealing the star should be available again.
Declan Rice is set to be available after suffering a few small issues, which saw him benched against Brentford last time out.
There are issues for Raheem Sterling, Ben White, Takehiro Tomiyasu and Bukayo Saka – with the former two closing in on a return this month, while the latter duo are still set to be sidelined for some time.
Ethan Nwaneri should start for Arsenal against Brighton
After an impressive full Premier League debut against Brentford last time out, Ethan Nwaneri has put himself in pole position to start on the right flank.
The youngster was impressive, showing an unpredictable quality that not many in the Arsenal side have shown as of late.
His crossing was pinpoint, while his ability to cut inside and spin defenders showed exactly what he is capable of.
With Bukayo Saka unavailable and Gabriel Martinelli looking for form on the left, it may be time to hand another start to Nwaneri.
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Mikel Arteta faces Kai Havertz call
With Kai Havertz struggling through illness in the past week, it may be best for Arsenal to leave the star out of action.
It’s unclear whether the forward will be back to full fitness and while Gabriel Jesus is in fine form, it makes sense to leave Havertz out for now.
Arsenal predicted XI vs Brighton
While there is such a busy schedule, it makes perfect sense for Arsenal to stick with the same team that beat Brentford last time out.
David Raya; Jurrien Timber, William Saliba, Gabriel Magalhaes, Riccardo Calafiori; Declan Rice, Mikel Merino, Martin Odegaard; Ethan Nwaneri, Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus.
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