Arsenal return to Premier League action on Saturday with Leeds United visiting the Emirates Stadium, and Mikel Arteta faces several selection calls after the international break. The Arsenal-predicted XI vs Leeds United carries extra interest. The match kicks off at 12:30 pm BST on October 10. Arsenal have won four of their last five matches, although Brighton’s 3-0 victory ended that run. Leeds have started strongly under Daniel Farke, so Arsenal can’t afford a loose opening.
Arsenal predicted XI vs Leeds United: Who starts in defence?
David Raya should keep his place in goal, while Jurrién Timber and Gabriel provide familiar options in defence. My call places Piero Hincapié alongside Gabriel, with Riccardo Calafiori completing the back four. That selection carries some risk because Cristian Mosquera, Ben White and Ezri Konsa remain doubts.
William Saliba remains unavailable with a back problem, while Hincapié offers a left-footed defender who can progress the ball. Timber should provide balance on the opposite flank.
Can Eberechi Eze and Bruno Guimarães drive Arsenal forward?
I would start Eberechi Eze beside Bruno Guimarães, giving Arsenal a midfield pairing that can retain possession and create room for Martin Ødegaard. Declan Rice remains a major option, but Eze’s attacking instincts could prove useful in this home fixture.
Bukayo Saka starts on the right, Martin Ødegaard operates centrally, and Noni Madueke takes the left. Christos Tzolis looks set to miss out after suffering a hamstring injury, while Kai Havertz remains a doubt after a hip problem. That strengthens the case for Madueke.
Viktor Gyökeres leads the line. His presence should give Arsenal a clear reference point when Leeds defend deep, while Saka, Madueke and Ødegaard can attack the spaces around him. The front four can rotate, with Eze drifting left during build-up.
Arteta won’t have a settled squad before kick-off, yet Arsenal still have enough quality for an aggressive home selection. My XI prioritises technical quality and attacking movement, with Bruno providing the midfield security that allows Eze, Ødegaard and the wide players to take greater risks.
For the Arsenal predicted XI vs Leeds United, my call is Arsenal (4-2-3-1): David Raya – Jurriën Timber, Piero Hincapié, Gabriel, Riccardo Calafiori – Eberechi Eze, Bruno Guimarães – Bukayo Saka, Martin Ødegaard, Noni Madueke – Viktor Gyökeres.
