Arsenal injury updates on Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka, Leandro Trossard, Jurrien Timber, Partey and Martinelli

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has a number of injury concerns to contend with in the coming days.

The Gunners find themselves in fifth place level on points with Tottenham after six games of the Premier League campaign, continuing their positive form with a 1-0 win in the EFL Cup against Brentford on Wednesday.

However, there remain several injury concerns going into Saturday's game against Bournemouth.

Here is the latest on all of Arsenal’s injury news:

Declan Rice

Club record signing Rice was forced to come off at half-time against Tottenham after suffering from a back injury.

However, the issue is expected to be minor and he will face a late fitness test ahead of the Bournemouth match.

Bukayo Saka

Saka sustained a foot injury in the game against Tottenham but it’s not expected to keep him out for too long.

“He hasn’t been able to participate in the session,” said Arteta.

When asked whether he could miss the game against Bournemouth, the Spaniard replied: “It’s a possibility yes.”

Leandro Trossard

Trossard's impact in recent games saw him net the crucial goal in the win against Everton, but missed the win against Brentford due to a hamstring issue.

“He won’t be available (against Brentford),” said Arteta.

“He did some activity, that’s where he felt it. He hasn’t trained yet. Not available for tomorrow.”

The Belgian international is in contention to be named in the squad for the game against the Cherries.

Gabriel Martinelli

The Brazil star is suffering from a hamstring injury and will face a fitness test ahead of the Bournemouth game.

Arsenal, however, are keen on not to rush him back too soon.

Thomas Partey

Partey is on the sidelines with a groin problem and is aiming to return for the game against Manchester City on October 8.

Jurrien Timber

The summer signing from Ajax is currently recovering from an ACL injury which is expected to keep him out until 2024.

“To have the injury he has is a huge blow,” said Arteta.

“We recruited him with clear intentions and what he was bringing to the team was evident, but he’s not going to be able to do it this season. We have to adapt. These things happen, unfortunately, and we have to move on.”