Mikel Arteta Provides Injury Update and Calls for Premier League Squad Expansion

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has given a positive injury update ahead of their upcoming Premier League clash against Leeds United. He confirmed that there are no fresh injury concerns following their recent Champions League victory over Kairat Almaty.

Players like Kai Havertz and William Saliba were given rest to manage their workload. Arteta emphasized the need for the Premier League to increase the matchday squad size from 20 to 23 players to cope with the physical and mental demands on players.

He highlighted the emotional strain on excluded players and stressed the importance of squad rotation for player welfare. Arsenal currently leads the Premier League table and has played 36 matches across various competitions this season.

Arteta believes expanding the squad is a practical necessity given the packed schedule.