Mikel Arteta might be trying to play things down, but this is a huge week for Arsenal. The Gunners have three away trips that could, even at this early stage, define their season.
They kick off their Champions League campaign at Atalanta this coming Thursday before travelling to Manchester City on Sunday. Before that though, it's the North London Derby.
Ahead of such a big week, Arteta would probably like to have his strongest team available. Unfortunately, the football gods have different ideas.
Summer signing Mikel Merino is definitely out with a shoulder problem, while Declan Rice is suspended after his harsh red card against Brighton. To add to that there is a huge doubt over Martin Odegaard after he sustained an ankle injury while on international duty with Norway. Riccardo Calafiori's availability is also uncertain after a calf problem picked up with Italy.