Mikel Arteta must make a few crucial choices regarding the starting lineup for Arsenal's Premier League match against Manchester United on Sunday
At the beginning of the new season, it is reasonable to assume that the Spanish strategist has been experimenting. Gabriel Magalhaes has been surprisingly left out of the first three games since the Gunners are anticipated to dominate possession against opponents like Nottingham Forest, Crystal Palace, and Fulham.
The Brazilian should be ready for selection this weekend since it is believed that the reason he has yet to start for Arsenal in a Premier League game this season is tactical rather than due to rumors about his future amid interest from the Saudi Pro League.
Arteta may recall Gabriel as one of two defensive changes, with Oleksandr Zinchenko taking the place of Jakub Kiwior at left-back in light of the danger that Man United provide, especially in transition.
Kai Havertz may move over if Arteta opts to play with a 4-3-3 formation on Sunday. Except if he's slated to replace Gabriel Jesus, Leandro Trossard, or Eddie Nketiah up front, the £65 million summer transfer may have to make do with a bench position after starting all three Premier League games so far.
The manager of the Arsenal might also realistically contemplate bringing Takehiro Tomiyasu back into the matchday roster. Given what transpired in the same matchup last season, the Japan international may even be in the running to replace Ben White now that he is back after serving a one-match ban.
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