Mikel Arteta, Getty Images October 31, 2025, 7:30 p.m

Arsenal’s head coach shared optimistic news from the team’s infirmary. The Gunners boss is hoping that three attacking players – Martin Edegaard, Noni Madueke and Kai Havertz – will be ready to take the field in the crucial north London derby against Tottenham. ​

All three players have missed significant stretches of the season with injuries, but Arteta says their recoveries are progressing well. ​

“I would say it takes a few weeks. I hope we can see them on the pitch very soon,” Arteta said at a press conference, hinting that the players will return after the upcoming international break. ​

The game against Tottenham will take place on November 23 and the manager has confirmed that he hopes to see the trio in the squad before that date. ​

“I’m excited because these are amazing players. I see how hard they work every day, how desperate they are to be part of the team. It will be a huge boost for the squad to have these players back after such a long time,” Mikel added.

The captain of the team, Martin Edegore, is recovering from a knee injury he suffered in early October. Noni Madueke also had a knee problem against Manchester City in September. Kai Havertz, in turn, has not played since the very start of the season, as he underwent knee surgery in August.