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Latest Arsenal news today as Raheem Sterling transfer decision made amid William Saliba boost

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Catch all the latest Arsenal news, including updates on injury updates, Raheem Sterling transfer and William Saliba boost.

Arsenal were back in Premier League action last night as they faced Nottingham Forest at the City Ground.

In another frustrating encounter, the Gunners were held to a 0-0 draw as they failed to pick the lock of the home side.

Arsenal now have a few days off, with no league or cup match over the weekend, turning their attention straight back to the Champions League next week.

So with that said, here’s a look at the biggest Arsenal news ahead of another day of action.

Mikel Arteta gives update on Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli injuries

Arsenal’s lacklustre attack floundered again on Wednesday night as the Gunners failed to score for the second consecutive match.

A 0-0 draw at the City Ground against Nottingham Forest built a further gulf in the Premier League title race to leave the side struggling and calling for Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli to come back.

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Mikel Arteta revealed that the pair aren’t expecting to make a return until at least after the March international break though.

Read more on Arsenal injury update.

Arsenal feeling on Raheem Sterling permanent transfer

Arsenal loanee Raheem Sterling is facing the possibility of leaving the club at the end of the season without making a permanent move.

The winger has struggled for minutes so far this campaign, failing to make an impression with the little time he has been given.

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According to Fabrizio Romano, via the GiveMeSport newsletter, Sterling is unlikely to stay at the Emirates Stadium.

“[Arsenal are] Expecting the player to deliver more for the final months of the season, then the expectation is for Sterling to return to Chelsea and not staying at Arsenal next season. That’s the clear feeling internally.”

Read more on Raheem Sterling transfer decision.

Arsenal handed potential William Saliba transfer boost

Arsenal defender William Saliba has been linked with a potential transfer to Real Madrid in the summer window.

The Frenchman has two years left in his contract heading into the summer, leaving questions over his future at the club.

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Fortunately, though, Real Madrid could be in the market for another centre-back as TBR Football reports that Bournemouth’s Dean Huijsen is of interest.

The Spain youth international has a £49million release clause in his deal, which could see Los Blancos seal him in a surprise switch.

Read more on William Saliba to Real Madrid transfer.