Arsenal’s Injury Concerns Ahead of Manchester United ClashArsenal face a challenging build-up to Wednesday night’s clash with Manchester United, with Mikel Arteta sweating over the fitness of

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has acknowledged that his team is currently trailing behind Arsenal, as the Gunners have made greater strides in their development.

Arsenal’s solid home Premier League record this season (W4-D2-L0) and excellent longer-term form in front of their own fans across all competitions – they’re W10-D2-L0 from their last 12 games at the Emirates Stadium, going back to last April – is further evidence to justify the Gunners’ odds-on price.

Holders Manchester United will travel to record 14-times winners Arsenal in what promises to be an enthralling clash in the FA Cup third round in January, while Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea were all drawn at home to fourth-tier rivals.

With key players missing, Manchester United face a tough challenge against in-form Arsenal. Can Ruben Amorim’s side rise to the occasion?

Latest Arsenal injury news as the fitness of Mikel Merino, Thomas Partey, Riccardo Calafiori and Gabriel will be assessed ahead of Wednesday's Premier League showdown with Manchester United