Arsenal predicted lineup vs Chelsea: Does Bukayo Saka start for Arteta?
By Kian Long
CM: Thomas Partey – Thomas Partey came on as a sub against Man City and made the world of difference. After his lengthy injury, Arsenal fans will hope that he remains fully fit for the important winter period. He is an important player under Mikel Arteta, don’t get that twisted.
CM: Declan Rice – Played for England during the international but he remained injury free, thankfully. He’s been Arsenal’s player of the season and as a former target of Chelsea, how great would it be to see him bag a goal at Stamford Bridge. Okay, enough daydreaming…
CM: Martin Odegaard – Odegaard didn’t have his best game against Man City, but as the trusted skipper, he’ll bounce back. In big matches like this is where he often thrives, so expect a change of fortune for the Norway international. He’ll be important to breaking down that concrete Chelsea defence.