Arsenal vs Fulham: Latest team news, predicted lineup and injuries

Saka set to make his long-awaited return (Picture: Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Bukayo Saka could return to motion when Arsenal host Fulham within the Premier League on Tuesday.

The Gunners have been without the England international since December after he suffered a hamstring tear at Crystal Palace at the top of 2024.

But having stepped up training throughout the international break, the 23-year-old is now able to return to motion.

Mikel Arteta has been without his first selection front three all yr with Kai Havertz’s season over after his hamstring injury in mid-February.

Gabriel Martinelli also missed 4 games with a hamstring issue of his own but was back in motion in March, coming off the bench against Manchester United before coming into the starting XI against Chelsea.

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While his attacking options are definitely bolstered, Arteta stays with no centre forward with Gabriel Jesus also still out for the season.

Mikel Merino, who continued his goal scoring form for Spain throughout the international break, is prone to proceed in his latest role up top.

Arsenal FC v Chelsea FC - Premier League — Martinelli returned to motion last month (Picture: Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Takehiro Tomiyasu can also be out for the remaining of the season.

There have been a few concerns to emerge from the international break for Arsenal with Riccardo Calafiori limping off during Italy’s Nations League clash with Germany.

The 22-year-old suffered a knee injury after slipping while changing direction with early reports suggesting he’s facing two to a few weeks on the sidelines.

Jurrien Timber meanwhile left the Netherlands camp early after being struck down by illness. The versatile defender nevertheless is anticipated to be ready for the visit of the Cottagers.

Arsenal tackle Fulham before heading to Goodison Park for the last time to tackle Everton in Saturday’s early kick-off.

Two titanic ties against Real Madrid within the Champions League quarter-finals then await with the Gunners hosting the European champions in the primary leg on Tuesday 8 April.