Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has admitted he must 'protect the welfare' of Kieran Tierney ahead of a crucial North London Derby clash.
Tierney signed for the Gunners in a £24million move from Scottish giants Celtic back in 2019 but has missed 48 matches through injury during his time at the Emirates Stadium. The Scottish left-back picked up yet another knock during the latest international break but Arteta has confirmed that the 25-year-old will be a part of the squad to face Tottenham on Saturday.
One man that won't be fit for the huge game against Spurs is Emile Smith Rowe after the talented forward underwent successful surgery to repair a long-term groin injury. Oleksandr Zinchenko also struggled with injury throughout the international break as Arsenal face a dilemma as to who to start in defence against Antonio Conte's side.
