Arsenal's quest for glory is indeed being hampered by a growing injury list as they prepare to face Fulham on Saturday. While a victory would take them six points clear of Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table, Arteta is sweating on the fitness of club captain Martin Odegaard, who is a major doubt with a knee issue. The Norwegian joins a treatment room that already includes key figures Jurrien Timber and Kai Havertz.
“Have every player available and fit at their best,” Arteta noted when discussing the secrets to finishing a season strong. “With that, I’m a happy man. That’s the most important thing. When you talk about the other two teams the other night, how many players were available? All of them, at their very best. That’s the most important thing.”