Alexis Sanchez is set to be rested for Arsenal's game against Aston Villa on Sunday, Arsene Wenger has revealed, while Gabriel Paulista could make his debut for the club.
The
Chilean has featured in all but one of Arsenal's matches this season,
scoring 18 goals in 32 games, but is believed to be suffering from a
slight hamstring strain.
Wenger does have the luxury of a
fully-fit Theo Walcott and Mesut Ozil to choose from after the duo
returned to the starting XI against Brighton, though, while new signing
Gabriel is also available after completing his move from Villarreal.
Speaking
about the Brazilian, Wenger told reporters: "I saw great quality. His
level of concentration, he's quick, has great commitment and he's young.
"We are in a job where competition exists. The best player of the moment plays."
There
was also positive news on the fitness of Jack Wilshere, with Wenger
revealing the midfielder could be back in action in just under two
weeks.
He added: "Jack is doing very well. He is a week ahead of schedule and should return in 10 days."
However
Wenger is set to be without Danny Welbeck and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain,
with the latter expected to also miss the north London derby with
Tottenham on February 7 after suffering a groin injury in the win at
Manchester City.
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