Arsenal team news: Star defender ruled out for Southampton clash, AOL fit to start
Arsenal will be looking to return to winning ways when they take on Southampton in the Premier League this weekend.
The clash takes place at St Mary’s Stadium on Sunday while kick-off is scheduled for 12:00 (GMT).
Arsene Wenger’s suffered a surprise 3-1 defeat at the hands of Manchester United last weekend leaving them 15 points behind leaders Man City.
However, the French tactician knows a victory this weekend could take them back into the top-four.
Arsenal team news:
Arsenal will be without star defender Shkodran Mustafi who came off injured against Man United after making a costly mistake.
Meanwhile Santi Cazorla remains on the sidelines as he recovers from an ankle injury.
Germany international playmaker Mesut Ozil is expected to return to action this weekend after being rested for Arsenal’s win 6-0 win over BATE Borisov in the Europa League on Thursday.
Arsenal fans will be hoping the 29-year-old will be fielded alongside Alexis Sanchez and Alexandre Lacazette. The Gunners have lost just one game this season where all three players have started.