However, right-back Cash will play no part in the return fixture against Arsenal after picking up his fifth yellow card of the domestic season during Saturday’s 2-1 victory against Chelsea, punished for a late challenge on Alejandro Garnacho on the half-hour mark at Stamford Bridge.

Arsenal were once again wasteful with their scoring chances but managed to eek out a 2-1 victory over Brighton at Emirates Stadium on Saturday, to send themselves back to the top of the Premier League table.

Dealt an injury blow right before the game was due to begin, it could have been a tricky afternoon for Mikel Arteta’s Gunners. But they took it in their stride and dominated for more than half the game, ultimately surviving Brighton’s attempt at a fightback.

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The Premier League is at the stage where those chasing the title trade wins blow for blow, and Arsenal continued their battle with Manchester City by matching their three points earlier in the day — albeit with a nervy finish at the Emirates against Brighton.

Kai Havertz, out since August with a knee injury, is close to playing again after returning to training this week.

Arsenal host Brighton at the Emirates in their penultimate Premier League game in 2025. The Gunners are looking to remain atop the Premier League table and hold off more than a bit of a charge from Manchester City.

One player Arsenal continue to follow is Jeremy Jacquet — although having signed a new contract until 2029 in May, the 20-year-old French centre-back would command a considerable fee.

Arsenal will face Chelsea in the English League Cup semifinals after beating Crystal Palace 8-7 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in normal time.