Arsenal will host Nottingham Forest at the Emirates Stadium this afternoon in their return to Premier League action.

Declan Rice’s rehabilitation from a toe injury necessitates that manager Mikel Arteta manage the match without him in his starting lineup. Arteta verified on Friday that Rice, who was unable to participate in England’s international fixtures as a result of the issue, had resumed training with Bukayo Saka.

In spite of the fact that both players are in contention, the team news indicates that Saka will be starting, while Rice is only physically capable of serving as a reserve. During his pre-match press conference on Friday, Arteta stated, “They have had their first partial session today, which is very good.”

, who is overseeing Arsenal’s 250th game as manager, has implemented five lineup modifications for this critical match against Nottingham Forest.

The attacking trio consists of Gabriel Jesus, Leandro Trossard, and Saka. Despite suffering a knock during Belgium’s match against Israel earlier in the week, Trossard was able to recuperate in time to begin.

Captain Martin Ødegaard and star forward Saka have both successfully completed fitness tests. Rice, Kai Havertz, and Thomas Partey have been replaced by Jorginho and Mikel Merino, who will serve as the midfield’s anchors, in addition to Ødegaard.

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In the interim, Jurrien Timber transitions to right-back to provide coverage for Ben White, who is expected to be sidelined for an extended period of time as a result of knee surgery.

Arsenal, who are presently nine points behind league leaders Liverpool, will be eager to secure all three points and maintain their title hopes in front of their home supporters.