Arsenal will have midfielder Denilson back in the squad for the trip to Blackburn after an abdominal injury.

Defender Sebastien Squillaci admits he found it “practically impossible” to turn down fellow Frenchman and Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger.

Tomas Rosicky reckons the best way for Theo Walcott to maintain his hat-trick-scoring form for Arsenal is by continuing to ignore his critics.

Arsenal have included captain Cesc Fabregas, striker Robin van Persie, midfielder Alex Song and defender Johan Djourou in the squad for the visit of Blackpool.

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger will take a long-term view on World Cup winner Cesc Fabregas and runner-up Robin van Persie rather than thrust the duo into full-blown Barclays Premier League action too soon.

Arsenal legend David Seaman feels signing Australian goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer could be the difference between success and another season of failure for the Gunners.

Wolves boss Mick McCarthy has joined Arsene Wenger in criticising the new Premier League squad restrictions.

As Arsenal look to push through a deal for veteran Mark Schwarzer, Poland international Lukasz Fabianski remains determined to prove he is a worthy number one.

Manuel Almunia has said he would reluctantly consider his Arsenal future if boss Arsene Wenger signs another senior goalkeeper before the transfer deadline.

Arsenal will assess the match fitness of World Cup finalists Cesc Fabregas and Robin van Persie ahead of the Barclays Premier League opener at Liverpool.