Arsenal team news: 30-goal Star forward set for return, Wenger receives boost in defence

Arsenal take on Liverpool today as they look to return to winning ways.

Arsene Wenger’s side suffered a disappointing 1-0 defeat at the hands of Stoke City last weekend.

The result has put Arsenal’s players and manager under early pressure from Gunners fans who have been unhappy with the clubs direction in recent years.

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Arsenal team news:

Wenger is expected to deploy a new-look defence this weekend against Liverpool. Laurent Koscielny is set to return to the heart of Arsenal’s three-man defence after serving his suspension.

Mustafi is also expected to be included in the starting line-up despite reports linking him with a move abroad.

Wenger has to make a decision regarding Per Mertesaker who also returned to first-team training after recovering from a facial injury.

Meanwhile, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is a doubt after he revealed his intention to leave Arsenal this summer.

Chile international Alexis Sanchez – who has recovered from an abdominal injury is available for selection today. The former Barcelona star scored 30 goals for Arsenal last season.