Mikel Arteta has provided an injury update on Kai Havertz and Eberechi Eze after both players were forced off during Arsenal's 1-0 victory over Newcastle United at the Emirates Stadium.
Eze scored the only goal of the match after nine minutes, beating Nick Pope with a sensational strike from the edge of the box. However, the former Crystal Palace star was substituted in the second half, replaced by Gabriel Martinelli. Eze immediately joined his teammates in the dugout and did not appear to require immediate treatment. He was also able to celebrate the victory with his teammates on the pitch at full-time.
Havertz's situation was more concerning. The German international, preferred up front to Viktor Gyokeres, was involved in the build-up for Eze's opener but picked up an issue after 34 minutes. Gyokeres replaced him, and Havertz was seen clutching his groin as he left the pitch, heading straight down the tunnel for treatment.
Victory for Arsenal moves them three points clear at the top of the Premier League, but they will be desperate to have as many players fit as possible for their final four league matches. Additionally, they face a Champions League semi-final against Atletico Madrid, with the first leg taking place in the Spanish capital on Wednesday.
Speaking after the match, Arteta told Sky Sports: "Let's see. At the moment, they have to be looked after, but hopefully they will be okay."
More to follow.
