- Jurrien Timber is close to returning for Arsenal after travelling with the squad for their midweek Champions League victory against Napoli.
- The Dutch defender has trained with the squad this week and could be available for Saturday evening's Premier League fixture against Sunderland.
- Cristhian Mosquera remains a doubt for the match despite making good progress from a knock, while Ben White is reported to be fine.
- Arsenal have won all three of their opening matches as they defend their Premier League title, and picked up an impressive victory over Chelsea last weekend.
- Mikel Arteta warned his players to be mindful of the threat posed by Sunderland after dropping points late on at the Stadium of Light last season.
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