Arteta Updates on Arsenal Defenders' Fitness Before Brighton

Mikel Arteta, the manager of Arsenal, gave a positive injury update on defenders Jurrien Timber, Ben White, and Cristhian Mosquera during a pre-match press conference on September 18. Arteta stated that Ben White should be available to face Brighton, his former club, while Timber and Mosquera are also making good progress.

He expressed optimism about their fitness ahead of the match, noting that all players are eager to participate. Arteta mentioned that they would have another training session that afternoon.

Additionally, he discussed the versatility of Eberechi Eze, who played on the left during Arsenal's recent 1-0 victory over Ipswich Town, highlighting Eze's comfort in that position. Following the Brighton match, several Arsenal players are expected to join their national teams for the international break, which will last until October 10, allowing Arteta more time to manage his squad.