August 28th 2024.
Trossard is eager to make a starting appearance this weekend for Brighton, as Mikel Merino prepares to make his long-awaited debut for Arsenal in their upcoming Premier League match. The Spanish midfielder recently completed his transfer to the Gunners for a hefty fee of £27.4 million, and will have a chance to train with his new team before facing off against Brighton, who are coming off a thrilling win over Manchester United.
It is possible that Merino may not start the game, as Arsenal's midfield has been performing well in their first two wins of the season against Wolves and Aston Villa. Manager Mikel Arteta has only made one change to the starting lineup in their last game, with Jurrien Timber taking over for Oleksandr Zinchenko at left-back. While both players offer different strengths in that position, Arteta opted for the defensive skills of Timber against Villa's strong attacking line.
However, there may be room for new signing Riccardo Calafiori to make his full debut for Arsenal, as he came on as a substitute in their last game and impressed fans in the short time he was on the pitch. The Italian left-back could potentially fill in for the injured Takehiro Tomiyasu and Kieran Tierney, further solidifying Arsenal's defense.
In attack, Leandro Trossard is hoping to earn a starting spot after making a significant impact off the bench in their previous game. The Belgian winger scored just two minutes after coming on, showcasing his creativity and skill that have been lacking in Gabriel Martinelli's recent performances. With Gabriel Jesus out with an injury, Trossard could have a chance to prove himself and secure a spot in the starting lineup.
Speaking of injuries, Arsenal's new signing Kai Havertz has been leading the line for the team and is expected to continue in that role. However, with players like Eddie Nketiah and Aaron Ramsdale potentially leaving the club, there may be some changes to the starting lineup. Takehiro Tomiyasu and Kieran Tierney are also unavailable due to injuries.
For those looking to watch the game, Arsenal vs Brighton will kick off at 12:30pm on Saturday and will be broadcasted on TNT Sports 1 and the Discovery+ app. Fans can also stay updated on Arsenal news and analysis by signing up for their newsletter. With an exciting match ahead and the potential for new signings to make their debuts, it's a game not to be missed by Arsenal fans.
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