Premier League leaders Arsenal are facing challenges as they prepare for their League Cup fourth-round match against Brighton. Key players William Saliba and Gabriel Martinelli will miss the game due to injuries sustained during the recent 2-0 win over Crystal Palace. Saliba was substituted in the first half, and Martinelli, who came on as his replacement, was unable to complete the match. Coach Mikel Arteta has confirmed that further tests are needed to assess the severity of their injuries.
Meanwhile, Declan Rice, who also picked up an injury in the same match, may be fit to play against Brighton.
This setback adds to Arsenal’s problems, as they are already without several regular first-team players, including Martin Ødegaard, Kai Havertz, Noni Madueke, and Gabriel Jesus.