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Sarr returned to Tottenham earlier than expected after being forced off early for Senegal in the second half of their friendly defeat to Brazil last Saturday.

Speaking of the trio in the pre-match press conference on Friday afternoon, Frank confirmed Kudus is available and that Spurs have also been handed other positive injury news.

“He's ready, available. Lucas trained today. Ready, available. Kolo Muani, yes. Trained today. Available, of course has a mask [he] needs to play with.”

Frank also added that Sunday’s derby comes too soon for Dominic Solanke, but that Radu Dragusin, Archie Gray, Ben Davies and Kota Takai are all nearing returns.

On Solanke, Frank said: "Dom is not ready yet. I think he also had an article recently where he spoke about it. So we are very, as I said, the same.

“Very aware that when we put him out there, we want to be absolutely sure, as sure as we can be, that no setback going forward. So I'm comfortable he will soon be ready, but I will not put a timeframe on it."

Frank added: “Radu, very happy. Full training in everything for a couple of weeks. Played his first 45 minutes in nine months. Very happy with that. Trained fully today.

“He's definitely getting very close to be able to be selected. Now it's just a matter of performance and probably a few more game minutes to be fully, fully available.

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Arsenal welcome Tottenham to the Emirates Stadium this weekend in what is traditionally one of the more exciting fixtures of the Premier League season.

The north London derby often brings drama and is a near-guarantee for goals, and on Sunday the Gunners are aiming to record a fourth consecutive win over Spurs for the first time since the late 1980s.

Recent seasons have marked a shift of power back in Arsenal's favour across north London, ending Spurs’ dominance after six straight seasons finishing above those in red. The Gunners are not only the clear favourites to win on Sunday, but also the pick of many to win the Premier League title this season.

But while this fixture will surely bring the excitement and thrills, as many as 20 players could be missing from the game due to injury. Here is the latest injury news for both teams.

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Gabriel could be sidelined until January with a thigh injury picked up while playing for Brazil during the international break.

Riccardo Calafiori was forced to withdraw from the Italy squad due to a hip issue.

Kai Havertz has suffered a “small relapse” after three months out with a knee injury, but hopes to play before the year is out.

Viktor Gyokeres remains a doubt to face Spurs after suffering a hamstring injury at Burnley on November 1.

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Martin Odegaard has endured an injury-hit season, which has prevented him from playing since early October, with the captain currently sidelined with a knee complaint.

Noni Madueke is pushing to be included in the derby matchday squad after nearly two months out with a knee injury.

Gabriel Martinelli has missed the last four Arsenal games with a muscular problem, so he is in a race to be fit to face Spurs.

Gabriel Jesus has been sidelined for almost a year with a knee injury, but is back in training amid hope of stepping onto a football pitch before the end of 2025.

Read all the latest Arsenal injury news and returns dates here.

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Mohammed Kudus has missed Spurs' last two games with a knock and remains a doubt to face Arsenal.

Lucas Bergvall has been sidelined since suffering concussion against Chelsea on November 1, and then was sent home from Sweden's camp due to ongoing related complications.

Pape Matar Sarr suffered a knock while playing for Senegal and returned to Tottenham last week.

Dominic Solanke says there remains no timeline for his return from an ankle injury after undergoing surgery earlier this season.

Randal Kolo Muani picked up a nasty jaw injury during the 2-2 draw with Manchester United but reports claim he may play wearing a protective mask.

Archie Gray has missed the last three matches with a calf injury and is not expected back until December.

Radu Dragusin has been out since January with an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury but came though a training-ground friendly unscathed last week.

Dejan Kulusevski has been out since the end of last season, but is hopeful of playing in December.

Kota Takai is still waiting for his debut after suffering a setback in training following a pre-season foot injury.

Ben Davies is sidelined with a hamstring injury sustained on international duty for Wales.

Yves Bissouma is recovering from surgery on an ankle injury picked up while playing for Mali.

James Maddison will likely miss the whole season with his own ACL injury.

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For the first time in more than two years, the player of the match award for the north London derby will not be going home with Gabriel.

Tottenham have become sick of the sight of the Arsenal defender. The Gunners have won the last three meetings between the two sides and Gabriel has been player of the match in every one of those.

Spurs will be looking to avoid losing a fourth consecutive match against Arsenal for the first time since the 1980s and Gabriel's expected absence will help their cause.

The centre-back limped off during the international break with a thigh injury and reports suggest he could be out until January.

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Arsenal are not short of options in defence, with Mikel Arteta having Piero Hincapie, Cristhian Mosquera and Riccardo Calafiori to choose from as replacements, but Gabriel is a crucial figure and Spurs must take advantage of the enforced change in defence.

Spurs should have beaten Manchester United before the international break but conceded a 96th-minute equaliser to Matthijs de Ligt, who found space at the back post to head in from a corner.

It is exactly the kind of scenario in which Gabriel thrives. He scored the only goal at Spurs last season and already has two goals and three assists in the current campaign.

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Arsenal's set-piece threat is one of their major weapons and Spurs' hopes of keeping them quiet from those situations are significantly boosted by Gabriel missing out.

Thomas Frank will also be plotting how to take advantage in attack. For all Arsenal have strength in depth, the breaking up of Gabriel's partnership with William Saliba will impact the defence.

The Spurs attackers can be expected to target whoever is alongside the Frenchman. Hincapie has played only 26 minutes in the Premier League this season, while Mosquera is only 21 and this would be his first taste of a north London derby.

Spurs are weakened themselves by Dominic Solanke still not available. Having him as a physical presence to test a reshuffled Arsenal defence would have been an obvious way for Spurs to capitalise on Gabriel's absence.

Richarlison is badly out of form and Mathys Tel’s strengths are not holding the ball up, so Frank will need to think of a different way to cause problems.

Richarlison is out of form but scored against Manchester United before the international break

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He could be tempted to shift to a back three to give him two strikers up front, as he did in what he called a “special operation” against Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Super Cup. That night it was Mohammed Kudus alongside Richarlison and it worked superbly for Spurs.

Having Kudus in a more central role and potentially rotating with Xavi Simons would ask questions of Arsenal's centre-back pairing.

Normally it is Gabriel pushing up and Saliba sweeping behind him, but a fluid Spurs front line could catch a more unfamiliar defensive relationship out.

One of Frank's key attributes is devising specific gameplans for these kind of fixtures. It worked away at Manchester City in August and Spurs were minutes away from beating PSG.

If Frank is to become the first Spurs boss since Harry Redknapp to win away at Arsenal in the Premier League, exploiting the loss of Gabriel will be pivotal.

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Arsenal and Tottenham face off on Sunday in the first north London derby of the season.

Injuries are mounting for both teams, with arguably none more significant than Gabriel potentially being ruled out until January after suffering a groin problem during the international break. Spurs, meanwhile, are likely to without at least 10 first-team players for their toughest test of the season.

Many are tipping Arsenal to end their long Premier League title drought this season, but dropped points at Sunderland last time out and Manchester City’s resurgent form has caused pause for thought. Still, the Gunners’ recent record against their north London rivals is spotless, and they will be confident of a fourth straight win on Sunday.

Spurs will point to their away form, which is only matched by Arsenal so far this season, and will hope a depleted defence will offer opportunities as Thomas Frank looks for another statement away win after beating City in August.

Date, kick-off time and venue

Arsenal vs Tottenham is scheduled for a 4.30pm GMT kick-off on Sunday, November 23, 2025.

The match will take place at Emirates Stadium.

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Where to watch Arsenal vs Tottenham

TV channel: In the UK, the game will be televised live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League, with coverage starting at 4pm GMT.

Live stream: Sky Sports subscribers can also catch the contest live online via the Sky Go app and website.

Live blog: You can follow all the action on matchday via Standard Sport’s live blog, with expert analysis from Simon Collings and Matt Verri at the ground.

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Free highlights: The Sky Sports app and YouTube channel will show highlights shortly after full-time, Match of the Day broadcasting on BBC One that evening at 10.40pm.

Arsenal vs Tottenham team news

Arsenal have been rocked by an injury to Gabriel, who has arguably been their most impressive performer this season. The centre-back picked up a groin injury while on Brazil duty and, according to the latest reports, may not return until January. That will see Cristhian Mosquera or Piero Hincapie step up into an already peerless back line.

There remain doubts over the fitness of Viktor Gyokeres and Riccardo Calafiori, while Gabriel Martinelli and Noni Madueke will be assessed ahead of the game. Kai Havertz has suffered a "setback", so he will again miss out.

Tottenham are hopeful that Mohammed Kudus will be fit to start after missing the draw with Manchester United, and captain Cristian Romero has allayed any fitness fears after playing for Argentina during the international break. Pape Matar Sarr skipped Senegal's second game during the international break after coming off against Brazil, but there is confidence that the issue is not serious. Lucas Bergvall withdrew from Sweden duty due to ongoing complications after his concussion.

Randal Kolo Muani will not be available after suffering a jaw injury against United, though it is understood not to require surgery, so there is a chance he could return before the end of the year. Elsewhere, Dominic Solanke, Dejan Kulusevski, Archie Gray, Ben Davies and Radu Dragusin are nearing returns but remain sidelined.

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Arsenal vs Tottenham prediction

Arsenal, even without Gabriel, will be confident of shutting Spurs out and securing a victory to open up an 11-point gap over their neighbours. While Spurs can point to an impressive away record, built on an impressive defence and sturdy midfield, it is in attack where they are often lacking.

Mikel Arteta will look at the likes of Mathys Tel or Richarlison with little fear, while the likes of Bukayo Saka will believe he can add to his tally of two goals and four assists from his last four meetings.

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Head to head (h2h) history and results

Arsenal are looking to win a fourth consecutive north London derby for the first time since 1989.

Arsenal wins: 89

Tottenham wins: 67

Draws: 55

Arsenal vs Tottenham match odds

Arsenal to win: 4/11

Tottenham to win: 7/1

Draw: 18/5

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Tottenham could be without up to 12 first-team players for this weekend’s north London derby at Arsenal.

Spurs face the Gunners at Emirates Stadium on Sunday, and Thomas Frank is sweating over two fresh fitness concerns as the international break concludes.

Pape Matar Sarr was forced off playing while playing for Senegal, while Lucas Bergvall withdrew from the Sweden squad.

Spurs were also without Mohammed Kudus before the international break and also lost Randal Kolo Muani to a jaw injury.

With that in mind, here is a look at the latest Tottenham injury news..

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Mohammed Kudus missed games against Copenhagen and Manchester United before the international break with what Thomas Frank described as “a knock”.

After Kudus was ruled out of the Champions League win over Copenhagen, he could not face Manchester United after Frank had said he was “touch and go” to return.

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Kudus was then left out of the Ghana squad but Frank said he was “very confident” that he “should be available for the next one”.

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The £55million summer signing from West Ham has been at Hotspur Way over the international break and Spurs expect him to be fit to face Arsenal.

Potential return date: November 23 vs Arsenal (A)

Lucas Bergvall

Lucas Bergvall has been sidelined since suffering concussion against Chelsea on November 1.

Bergvall was forced off after just seven minutes of the 1-0 defeat and then missed games against Copenhagen and Manchester United due to concussion protocols.

The midfielder joined up with the Sweden squad and was expected to be fine to return against Arsenal.

Concussed: Lucas Bergvall

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But Bergvall left the Sweden camp early after suffering a setback in his recovery, in a major fitness worry for Spurs ahead of the north London derby.

Swedish FA executive Stefan Pettersson said: "We had agreed with Tottenham's doctor to do some tests during the week and then run at full speed so that Lucas would feel it properly.

“When there was a reaction, there was no hesitation. We don't want to take any risks."

Potential return date: November

Pape Matar Sarr

Pape Matar Sarr handed Spurs another injury worry when he was forced off playing for Senegal on Saturday.

Sarr was substituted in the first half following a heavy challenge as Senegal lost to Brazil at Emirates Stadium.

Senegal manager Pape Thiaw said: “He got hit and then he didn’t feel well, so as a precaution he preferred to come off, but I don’t think it’s a big deal.”

Sarr has since returned to Spurs after being ruled out of Senegal's match against Kenya.

“We left him in London," said Thiaw this week. "He took a knock. So we felt it would be difficult for him to recover in just two days. “Since we were in his home city, we preferred to leave him at the disposal of his club so he could receive treatment there.”

Potential return date: Unknown

Dominic Solanke

Dominic Solanke has been sidelined since suffering an ankle injury in pre-season.

Thomas Frank admitted ahead of the international break that he was unsure if the striker would play again before the end of 2025, and the player himself has recently said he is not putting a timeline on his return.

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“It’s been very difficult,” Solanke told The Athletic. “At first, I didn’t think I would be out for too long but we didn’t really understand the extent of the injury. I was trying to get back as quickly as I could but it didn’t happen, so I had to have surgery.

“Since then, I have been working to get back.

“I’m not putting a timeline on it because I’ve been telling everyone ‘I’m going to be back soon’ for the last few months. I’m taking it day by day but hopefully I won’t be much longer.”

Potential return date: Unknown

Randal Kolo Muani

Randal Kolo Muani has struggled for fitness since joining Spurs on loan from Paris Saint-Germain, and has most recently been struck down with a jaw injury.

It saw him ruled out of contention to represent France in the November international break.

Reports claim he does not require surgery on the injury, though he could still face six to eight weeks on the sidelines as he recovers.

With that said, no definitive timeline has yet been revealed.

Potential return date: Unknown

Archie Gray

Archie Gray has now missed three Spurs matches since picking up a calf injury in training in late October.

No timeline has yet been confirmed for his return, though he is expected to spend at least a month on the sidelines as he recovers.

Potential return date: December

Radu Dragusin

Radu Dragusin’s recovery from an ACL tear has come on in leaps and bounds over the international break.

He made his grand return to the pitch, playing 45 minutes in a behind-closed-doors friendly against Leyton Orient - his first minutes since January.

Back in the fold: Radu Dragusin

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He was not involved in either of Romania’s matches over the international break, but it is hoped he will join back up with the Spurs first team when they reconvene at Hotspur Way.

Speaking after facing Orient, he said: "It felt good, first minutes in 10 months out, finally minutes in the legs and I just have to build on this."

Potential return date: November 23 vs Arsenal (A)

Dejan Kulusevski

Dejan Kulusevski is also closing in on a return, having spent months on the sidelines with a patella injury, for which he underwent surgery after the Europa League final.

Destiny Udogie shared a video of Kulusevski training on grass during the international break, suggesting he is closing in on a return, and Frank has said there is a “good chance” of him playing again before the new year.

Potential return date: December

Recovering: Dejan Kulusevski

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Kota Takai

Young Japanese defender Kota Takai has been injured for his entire Tottenham tenure. He is yet to appear for the club since moving to north London from Kawasaki Frontale in the summer, but he is finally closing in on a return.

Speaking ahead of the derby defeat by Chelsea, Frank delivered this update on his fitness: “Quad. He is about to be training soon.”

Potential return date: Late November/December

Ben Davies

Ben Davies appeared to be closing in on a return to competitive action when he received a call-up to represent Wales in this international break, but he was forced to leave camp early with a hamstring issue.

It is a reaggravation of an injury which has kept him sidelined since October.

Frank said at the time that the injury would keep him out for “four or five weeks,” but no update has recently been offered.

Potential return date: Late November/December

Yves Bissouma

Yves Bissouma is yet to play for Spurs this season. He missed the Super Cup for disciplinary reasons and was injured shortly after.

He recovered in time to represent Mali in October, but was injured again and stretchered off moments after his reintroduction.

He has since undergone surgery and is once again in recovery.

Frank said: “Biss, unfortunately, had a situation with the national team, I think everyone saw that, so he got a ligament injury to his ankle that will keep him out for weeks."

Potential return date: Unknown

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James Maddison is expected to miss most of the season since undergoing surgery on a torn ACL sustained in a pre-season meeting with Newcastle.

Potential return date: Summer 2026

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Pape Matar Sarr has returned to Tottenham after being ruled out of Senegal's match against Kenya.

The midfielder was forced off early for Senegal in the second half of their friendly defeat to Brazil on Saturday.

Speaking after the match, Senegal boss Pape Thiaw said it was not a "big deal" and that the decision to bring Sarr off was a precautionary one.

But Sarr has not travelled with his international team-mates to Turkey for their friendly with Kenya on Tuesday.

With the match against Brazil being played at the Emirates Stadium, it was decided that it made sense for Sarr to stay in London and be assessed by Spurs.

"He took a knock. So we felt it would be difficult for him to recover in just two days.

“Since we were in his home city, we preferred to leave him at the disposal of his club so he could receive treatment there.”

The injury scare is one Thomas Frank could have done without ahead of a tough run of fixtures for Spurs.

They travel to Arsenal for the north London derby on Sunday and then are away at Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League. Spurs also face a trip to Newcastle a week later.

Sarr has joined Lucas Bergvall in returning to Spurs early as both look to recover in time to face the Gunners.

Bergvall withdrew from Sweden duty after he has a reaction to further tests on the concussion he suffered against Chelsea before the international break.

Tottenham return to Premier League action this weekend with their toughest test of the whole season.

Spurs will travel to Arsenal on Sunday for the first north London derby of the season, looking for a first victory over their biggest rivals in three and a half years.

Since then, Spurs have picked up just one point from six derbies, with the tide firmly have turned back in the Gunners’ favour during the intervening years.

Spurs will now be aiming to avoid losing four consecutive games against Arsenal for the first time since 1989, and look to face the meanest of tasks to do so.

An injury to Pape Matar Sarr during the international break means Spurs head coach Thomas Frank could be without 12 first-team players for the trip to the Emirates Stadium.

There is confidence that number will be reduced ahead of the game, with the likes of Mohammed Kudus nearing a return, but Frank could field a full team of absentees.

Frank will hope that suspensions do not worsen his selection headache, with four players currently one or two yellow cards away from a one-match suspension.

Most notably, it is Spurs captain Romero who is just one yellow card away from a ban after picking up four yellow cards in his last eight games.

Mohammed Kudus, Spurs’ most impressive attacker, is next in line, along with two others, with three yellow cards.