Arsenal will seek to return to the winning path in the first division when they take on Nottingham Forest on Matchday 12. A series of poor results have dented their title hopes and, with a top four finish also starting to look precarious, Mikel ArtetaThe men will have to get to work very soon.
The Arsenal boss could come under increased pressure if he fails to beat Nuno Espirito Santo's side. Here's a look at the Gunners' likely lineup as they look to pick up the three points at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday.
Goalkeeper – David Raya is going to be the favorite to keep his place between the sticks. He has been frustrated by his defenders in recent games, but he still has the coach's faith.
Defenders – Ben White will be ruled out for a few weeks after undergoing knee surgery so Jurrien Timber could move to the right back of Arsenal's defence.
Riccardo Calafiori could be back in contention to start, having overcome a knee injury, so he can return at left back. William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes is expected to once again be Arteta's go-to partner at the back.
Rice and Saka big doubts
Midfielders – Declan Rice He is a doubt after retiring from the national team due to an injury that forced him to abandon the competition Chelsea last time. Therefore, Mikel Merino could join Arsenal's midfield this weekend.
The former Real Sociedad star could partner with another former La Liga player, Thomas Partey, in the double pivot. Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard spent the international break in London as he looks to regain full fitness and will also be a candidate to play as an attacking midfielder.
Gabriel Martinelli will likely be the left winger ahead of Leandro Trossard as it is doubtful the Belgian has picked up a knock on international duty.
Bukayo Saka He is another doubt for Arsenal after missing England duty due to a knock he suffered against Chelsea. Arteta will give Saka every opportunity to prove his fitness, but he may not take risks early on, so Raheem Sterling could come in on the right flank.
Forward – Arsenal will once again bet on a lone striker. Kai Havertz – so Gabriel Jesus will remain on the bench.
This is what the Gunners would look like on paper:
