Arteta makes 5 changes, £48m star returns | Possible Arsenal line-up (4-2-3-1) vs West Ham…

Arteta implements five changes, £48m star makes a comeback | Predicted Arsenal line-up (4-2-3-1) against West Ham

The anticipated Arsenal line-up against West Ham sees Eze starting as Arteta enacts five changes.

This afternoon, Arsenal aims for consecutive Premier League victories as they welcome West Ham United to the Emirates Stadium.

The Gunners trail league leaders Liverpool by two points and can temporarily ascend to the top of the table with a victory. Arne Slot’s team is set to face Chelsea at Stamford Bridge later today.

Before the match, manager Mikel Arteta is expected to implement at least five changes from the 2-0 victory over Olympiacos in the Champions League on Wednesday night.

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Predicted Line-up:

David Raya has been a constant presence for Arsenal in the Premier League, achieving three clean sheets. He will be aiming for his fourth shutout in the London derby.

In front of him, there will be two alterations to the defense. Ben White had a mediocre performance at right-back, and Arteta has a straightforward decision to substitute him with Jurrien Timber.

Timber, valued at £48 million by Transfermarkt, was praised as a ‘total player‘ by Arteta yesterday amid discussions regarding a new long-term contract for the defender.

Myles Lewis-Skelly won 13 duels and committed six fouls against Olympiacos midweek. Nevertheless, Riccardo Calafiori is anticipated to be reinstated at left-back over him.

Gabriel Magalhaes sustained a knock in midweek, but Arteta remains hopeful about his fitness. The Brazilian appears set to partner William Saliba in central defense.

In midfield, Martin Zubimendi is assured of continuing in the number six position. An expected change in the number eight role will see Declan Rice take the place of Mikel Merino.

Odegaard shone against Olympiacos in a free attacking role midweek. He assisted Bukayo Saka’s late goal but should have scored and provided additional assists as well.

The Norwegian is poised to make his first league start since September 13.

Looking ahead, a significant change is anticipated. Gabriel Martinelli has netted a goal in his second consecutive European match, yet he may find himself on the bench next to Leandro Trossard.

Bukayo Saka is expected to return to the right wing, while Eberechi Eze will take up position on the left. Viktor Gyokeres has not found the back of the net since the 3-0 victory over Forest last month.

The Swedish forward will be eager to make amends against the Hammers. He has scored three times at the Emirates and has a chance to boost his goal count in the derby.