Arsenal Midfield Faces Injury Challenges Ahead of Derby

Arsenal is facing a significant challenge ahead of the North London Derby due to injuries to key players, including Martin Odegaard and Mikel Merino, alongside Declan Rice's suspension. Despite having other options like Jorginho and Partey, the absence of depth in the midfield raises concerns, particularly after the departures of Emile Smith Rowe and Fabio Vieira without adequate replacements. While Arsenal's youth academy has produced stars like Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli, the latter has struggled to maintain his form, raising questions about his future. The team's ability to cope with injuries will be tested as they aim to contend for the title against rivals like Manchester City. Meanwhile, Manchester United's new signing Joshua Zirkzee is facing difficulties adapting to the Premier League's pace, according to former manager Fabio Capello, despite a promising start to his career at the club.