Arsenal and Tottenham injury news as latest North London Derby updates given on 19 players

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Both sets of supporters eagerly anticipate the North London Derby when fixtures drop each season - and Sunday's showdown between Arsenal and Tottenham promises to deliver another memorable chapter in this fierce rivalry.

Mikel Arteta and Thomas Frank will pen the latest instalment, though their squads have been decimated by injuries. A staggering 19 players could be unavailable for the eagerly-awaited encounter between the two sides.

In the lead-up to this weekend's clash, both bosses have provided updates on their squad's fitness, delivering a mixture of positive and concerning news. So, with that said, here's the latest injury situation heading into the North London Derby...

The Gunners could be without as many as eight players when they host their North London rivals at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday afternoon. Most recently, Gabriel Magalhaes sustained a thigh problem whilst on international duty with Brazil, potentially ruling him out for more than a month.

Speaking about the defender, Arteta confirmed: "Gabriel unfortunately picked up an injury with the Brazilian national team and he's going to be out for weeks."

Pressed for further details, he added: "We need to have another scan. I think it's next Wednesday, and we'll have the timeline probably much clearer than we have at the moment."

Gabriel's fitness isn't the only concern for Arsenal, as Riccardo Calafiori also picked up a hip injury during the international break. The Italian youngster is doubtful for the North London Derby, with Arteta admitting his inclusion will depend on his ability to train.

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Arteta revealed: "Yeah, he missed it [the games for Italy], he wasn't available, he's been carrying a few things, and we have to bring him back, and he hasn't trained yet, so tomorrow we have another training session and see how he is."

Martin Odegaard, Viktor Gyokeres, Gabriel Jesus, Noni Madueke and Gabriel Martinelli could all potentially return, although Arteta remained tight-lipped about who might feature. He added: "We put a lot of energy during the international break with all the medical staff as well to try to bring them as quick as possible.

"So tomorrow we have another training session, see how some of them are feeling, whether it's a bit too close to bring them in this game or we feel that they can have a contribution in the game. So tomorrow we'll have more clarity."

Kai Havertz's fitness was not directly addressed, but Germany boss Julian Nagelsmann suggested earlier this week that the forward had suffered a setback in his recovery, hinting at a potential return in December.

Whilst Arsenal have been dealing with a lengthy injury list ahead of the North London Derby, Tottenham have faced similar problems with as many as 13 players sidelined through fitness issues. However, Frank has delivered encouraging news on multiple returns.

Mohammed Kudus is amongst those set to be available, with the Spurs boss confirming: "He trained today as well, so that is good. Thank you! A long list so I need a little bit of help!".

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The extensive list features Pape Matar Sarr, Lucas Bergvall and Randal Kolo Muani, on whom Frank commented: "They are good, most of them. Pape trained today. He's ready, available. Lucas trained today. Ready, available. Kolo Muani, yes. Trained today. Available, of course has a mask [he] needs to play with."

Archie Gray has also returned to training alongside Kota Takai and Ben Davies, indicating all three could soon be in contention for selection. Radu Dragusin is edging closer to a comeback as well, having featured for the academy side to regain match sharpness, with Frank stating: "Trained fully today. Now he's definitely getting very close to being able to be selected."

Dominic Solanke remains unavailable for now though, as Frank explained: "Dom is not ready yet. I think he also had an article recently where he spoke about it.

"So we are very, as I said, the same. Very aware that when we put him out there, we want to be absolutely sure, as sure as we can be, that no setback going forward. So I'm comfortable he will soon be ready, but I will not put a timeframe on it."

Meanwhile, James Maddison , Dejan Kulusevski and Yves Bissouma continue to be sidelined as they work towards their respective comebacks.

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