Mikel Arteta confirms huge Arsenal fitness boost ahead of Brighton clash

Mikel Arteta confirmed that Kai Havertz should be fit to return to the Arsenal squad for Saturday's match against Brighton after missing the win over Brentford due to a sickness bug.

Arteta stated, “I think they are going to be okay. They will train, and if everyone is fine they should be available.” He also expressed excitement about Raheem Sterling's recovery from a knee injury, saying, "He's starting to do some stuff on the pitch, let's see how he progresses next week."

Meanwhile, Ben White is "a few weeks away" from a comeback, and Arteta will manage Declan Rice's minutes due to a minor muscle issue, noting, “We have to manage every player and he's not an exception.”