Mikel Arteta has provided the latest update on his squad ahead of the final in Budapest with Jurrien Timber declared fit to start
17:34, 29 May 2026Updated 17:42, 29 May 2026
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Jurrien Timber is fit to start for Arsenal against PSG in the Champions League final(Image: Michael Regan - UEFA/UEFA via Getty Images)
Mikel Arteta has given the latest injury update on his Arsenal squad ahead of this weekend’s Champions League final.
Arsenal take on reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain at the Puskas Arena in Budapest on Saturday evening (5pm kick-off). A win for the Gunners would top off what has already been a memorable season.
Arteta’s side have been celebrating winning the Premier League title, and picked up the trophy at Selhurst Park last weekend. Now, their concentration will be firmly on the final against PSG.
The squad have made the journey to Hungary and are undergoing the final preparations for the match.
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With that in mind, here is the latest from the treatment room as Arsenal look to have as many players as possible available for the game.
Jurrien Timber
Injury: Groin
Arteta confirmed in his pre-match press conference that Timber is fit to start. The full-back had travelled with the Arsenal squad to Budapest, raising hopes he would be OK to play a part.
David Raya
Injury: Back
The goalkeeper missed the final Premier League match of the season against Crystal Palace with a back, glute and shoulder injury. It is, however, expected to be back available for the Champions League final.
Noni Madueke
Injury: Hamstring
The winger picked up the injury on the final day of the season against Palace, but it’s been reported that he was substituted as a precaution. Arteta said at the PSG press conference that the England international is fine.
Ben White
Injury - Knee
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White suffered a significant knee injury in the win over West Ham United, bringing a premature end to his season.
What Arteta has said: "We'll have to wait and see. It looks like a long-term injury, so at the moment, the focus is on when we can have him back available for Arsenal. And that's not going to happen for many, many weeks."
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