Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta faces a worrying defensive situation ahead of Saturday's fixture against Wolverhampton Wanderers, with key players Declan Rice and Jurrien Timber both facing a fitness battle.
Rice missed the midweek Champions League win against Club Brugge through illness. Timber also missed the match after picking up a knock.
Arteta has confirmed he is hopeful both will be available but stated they will be assessed in training this morning.
The potential absence of both players, particularly Rice, who has been crucial to Arsenal's title bid, would be a major concern for the league leaders as they seek to maintain their two-point advantage.
