Mikel Arteta says Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard will have scans on Sunday as Arsenal sweat on the pair’s fitness. Odegaard and Saka were both forced to come off early during Arsenal’s 5-0 win over Leeds United on Saturday.

Ian Wright says Noni Madueke should start on the right flank at Liverpool if Arsenal ’s worst fears about Bukayo Saka are confirmed after his injury against Leeds. Arsenal swept past newly promoted Leeds to win 5-0 in their opening home match of the Premier League season to maintain their 100 per cent record.

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe remains hopeful Alexander Isak can be reintegrated to the squad despite the disgruntled striker saying his relationship with the club cannot continue in an explosive midwe

Newcastle United's owners will not leave the Premier League club without a recognised striker if the protracted transfer saga involving Alexander Isak ends in the Swede's exit, manager Eddie Howe said ahead of a league meeting with Liverpool.

Eddie Howe concedes that Newcastle face a “lose-lose situation to a degree” regardless of what happens with the striker this summer.