Talks between Arsenal and Bukayo Saka over a new deal have progressed and are advancing, while there is optimism regarding Jurrien Timber’s new contract at the Emirates Stadium club, according to

Mikel Arteta is facing several injury issues in the coming games as Arsenal look to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League table. The Gunners opened up a four-point lead over second-placed Bournemouth with a 1-0 win against Crystal Palace on Sunday, although the ending of the game felt bittersweet for the north Londoners.

Since the arrival of Martin Zubimendi at Arsenal, BBC Sport looks at how Declan Rice has completed his transformation to an all-round midfielder.

Declan Rice, William Saliba and Riccardo Calafiori were all withdrawn during the weekend's 1-0 victory over Crystal Palace, while Gabriel Martinelli required treatment after the full-time whistle.

GARY NEVILLE sensationally claimed that Moises Caicedo was better than Declan Rice. The former West Ham star has been immense since his £105million switch to Arsenal in 2023. Caicedo, 23, took

Martin Zubimendi is one of the best deep-lying midfielders in Europe and has allowed Rice to continue his move to a fully fledged box-to-box midfielder - but in a slightly different way.

Arsenal are closing in on a new long-term contract for Bukayo Saka, and the Gunners have two more players in their sights as they look to tie down their futures

Arsenal pulled off a huge win in the Champions League last night against Atletico Madrid and while he didn’t make it onto the scoresheet, Declan Rice earned high praise from Frank Lampard.