Arsenal face Liverpool without Saka as Hincapié loan nears completion
Arsenal travel to Anfield on Sunday with Bukayo Saka sidelined.
The winger is out with a hamstring issue from the Leeds win.
However the winger remains an injury concern and could miss a return after the international break.
Kai Havertz has undergone knee surgery and will miss several weeks.
Martin Ødegaard is a major doubt for the clash.
Leandro Trossard is also doubtful for the weekend.
Arteta is close to securing Piero Hincapié on loan.
Leverkusen and Arsenal have agreed loan terms for the defender.
Hincapié would bolster Arsenal’s central defence and deepen options.
Eberechi Eze is expected to make an impression on his Arsenal debut.
The deal adds a creative alternative if needed.
Liverpool pose a test of Arsenal’s pressing shape and build-up rotations.
Fullbacks provide width and interlink with the midfield pivots.
Spurs and United will be watching, reminding us why the north London rivalry bites.
City may earn grudging respect if they see Arsenal weather this stretch.
TLDR
- Saka out with hamstring; Havertz and Ødegaard doubts complicate selection.
- Hincapié loan agreed, adding defensive options; Eze ready for debut.
- Arsenal must trust pressing and build-up while managing depth against Liverpool.
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