Arsenal vs Everton | Premier League | Gameweek 38

 

Bukayo Saka had to be substituted at the 82-minute mark after colliding with the Old Trafford advertising hoardings during another Arsenal game. Despite this setback, Saka should be able to play his usual right wing role in this match.

Even though Jurrien Timber made his competitive comeback for the Under-21s, it is unclear if the long-term ACL absentee will be given any playing time. He was left out of the matchday squads against Tottenham Hotspur, Bournemouth, and Manchester United.

 

Takehiro Tomiyasu will thus remain in place as Arteta's first-choice left-back for the time being, and the Japan international should start the sixth game in a row with an unchanged starting lineup.

 

 

Everton was on the verge of winning their match against Sheffield United until unfortunate midfielder Andre Gomes was hit in the face during injury time. As a result, he is now doubtful for the trip to the Emirates.

 

Gomes might be cleared to play, but Dyche is missing four players due to injuries: Nathan Patterson (thigh), Jack Harrison (hamstring), Dele Alli (groin), and Vitaliy Mykolenko (ankle). Patterson's injury has also eliminated his chances of playing for Scotland at Euro 2024.

 

Future players like Lewis Dobbin, Chermiti, and Lewis Warrington—who replaced Gomes last weekend in the Premier League by starting from the bench—should be considered by Dyche at some point this weekend, but considering the caliber of the opposition, the Toffees manager should stick with a senior selection right away.