Gabriel Martinelli meanwhile was recalled to the Brazil squad this month but missed training on Monday ahead of the World Cup qualifier against Peru. The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) later confirmed the Arsenal star was sent for an MRI scan to assess a calf problem.

The Gunners travel to the south coast with a host of medical issues, but victory over the Cherries will lift Mikel Arteta’s side to the top of the Premier League

Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka's injury is not serious and they are hopeful he will be available for their Premier League trip to Bournemouth on Saturday after picking up a problem on England duty, manager Mikel Arteta has said.