Thomas Partey joins the squad, David Raya is dropped, and Martinelli and Trosaard both start for Arsenal in a 4-2-3-1 formation against Nottingham Forest.
Arsenal will be looking for back-to-back Premier League victories when they meet Nottingham Forest at City Ground tonight.
Arsenal returned to winning ways in the Premier League earlier this month, defeating Crystal Palace 5-0.
They are still five points behind leaders Liverpool, but they have a chance to narrow the gap to two points.
For this to happen, the club must halt a three-game losing streak at City Ground.
Formation: 4-2-3-1.
Line-up:
David Raya’s distribution was outstanding during the last Derby victory. His stunning long throw to Gabriel Jesus created the path for Arsenal’s third goal scored by Leandro Trossard. The Spaniard is anticipated to remain between the sticks.
There are unlikely to be any defensive adjustments. Ben White and Oleksandr Zinchenko should stay as right and left backs, respectively, with Gabriel Magalhaes joining William Saliba in the heart of the backline.
Gabriel picked up a minor knee issue late on versus Palace, but we anticipate him to be deemed fit for the game. In midfield, Declan Rice should retain his place in the number six role, provided he passes a late fitness test for a muscle concern.
We believe the club’s record signing may have found a new partner. We’d like Emile Smith Rowe over Kai Havertz, who’s been out of touch recently, but Arteta might go with Leandro Trossard at number eight.
Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard are definite starts on the right wing and number ten positions, respectively. Gabriel Jesus should lead the line, with Gabriel Martinelli returning on the left wing.
Martinelli did not begin the Derby earlier this month owing to a minor ailment. He had a significant impact off the bench, scoring two goals in stoppage time. We anticipate that the Brazilian will start against Forest tonight.