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£13m star begins as Arteta implements 3 changes | Predicted Arsenal XI against Crystal Palace

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Following a dominant 5-0 victory over Atletico Madrid in the Champions League midweek, Arsenal returns to Premier League action as they face Crystal Palace on matchday nine of the English top flight at 14:00 local time tomorrow at the Emirates Stadium.

Mikel Arteta’s squad aims to secure three additional points to maintain their position at the top of the league table, and given that they are up against a team capable of surprising the league’s stronger sides, the manager is not expected to make any unexpected changes.

That said, here’s a look at Arsenal’s likely starting eleven for the match.

Goalkeeper – David Raya is anticipated to continue in goal, having conceded only three goals throughout the season.

Defenders – Jurrien Timber is expected to reclaim his position at right back following the win over Atletico Madrid, but there may be a shift at left back with Myles Lewis-Skelly potentially making way for Riccardo Calafiori.

Gabriel Magalhaes picked up a knock in the previous match and did not participate in training leading up to the game, so he might be sidelined, allowing £13 million summer acquisition Cristhian Mosquera to partner with William Saliba in central defense.

One adjustment further up the pitch

Midfielders – Declan Rice and Martin Zubimendi have established a strong foundation for the team in the double pivot and are likely to be favored in that role once again, which means Mikel Merino is expected to remain on the bench.

With Martin Odegaard still sidelined due to injury, Eberechi Eze may step in as the number 10, with Bukayo Saka also anticipated to start on the right wing.

Mikel Arteta has frequently rotated his left wingers, so despite Gabriel Martinelli scoring in the Champions League, Leandro Trossard could take his place on the flank against Crystal Palace.

Forward – Viktor Gyokeres netted two goals in his previous match, and with the anticipation that he will spearhead the attack against Palace, the Swedish player aims to end his goal drought in the Premier League.