Arsenal face Lille with Martin Zubimendi and Piero Hincapie ruled out by ankle injuries as Arteta provides key squad fitness updates.

Both players sustained their injuries during the Arsenal substitutes’ cool down after their 2-1 win over Leeds United.

Mikel Arteta has confirmed Arsenal suffered two ‘very unfortunate’ injury blows in their warm-down following the Premier League win over Leeds United. Reigning Premier League champions Arsenal came from behind to beat Leeds 2-1 at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday.

Martin Odegaard is in Arsenal's starting lineup against Lille. Get the latest team news, injury updates, and confirmed absentees for the Champions League clash.

The Arsenal squad have already been out training on Monday after their win over Leeds United as they prepare for the game against Lille in the Champions League. There was no sign of Piero Hincapie or Martin Zubimendi with the rest of the players on the pitch though.

Lionel Messi has named several young players he believes could enjoy outstanding careers, and Arsenal prospect Max Dowman is among them. Recognition from one of football’s greatest players will bring further attention to the teenager.

Arsenal are preparing to reward Martin Odegaard with a new long-term contract as the Premier League champions continue securing the futures of the players at the heart of Mikel Arteta’s project.