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Mikel Arteta has said that Leandro Trossard and Martin Zubimendi should be fit for the weekend.
Arteta was speaking to the media ahead of the first match of the new Premier League season. The trip to Old Trafford represents the first of six tough opening matches for the Spaniard as he hopes to chase down the title and end the ever-growing trophyless streak.
Several squad members had been questioned during pre-season. Riccardo Calafiori and Gabriel Magalhaes suffered knocks while in Asia but returned to action in London, while Jurrien Timber completed his recovery from ankle surgery.
Kai Havertz too was unable to face Villarreal but returned and scored against Athletic Club. New signings have also had time to integrate with Noni Madueke and Viktor Gyokeres getting some important minutes.
However, since suffering a muscular problem against Tottenham, Leandro Trossard has not been available for any fixtures, missing both games at the Emirates Stadium. Providing the latest on team news, Arteta divulged as much as he was willing before such a big clash.
"Yeah I think [Trossard is] much better," he said. "I think he will be able to train again tomorrow and if that's the case, he will be fit."
However, Arteta did confirm that Martin Zubimendi who was missing from the club's media day images despite rumours of illness will be in the squad on Sunday.
"Yes he had a great integration a very big impact and he will be fit," he said.
Arsenal will face Manchester United on Sunday, August 17, at 4:30pm. Four hours before kick-off, our live matchday blog on football.london will cover the match.
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