Gabriel Martinelli ruled out of Burnley clash due to injury

London: Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta confirmed on Friday that Gabriel Martinelli will miss Saturday’s Premier League trip to Burnley due to injury, while William Saliba remains a doubt. The update comes as the Gunners aim to continue their impressive run of form.

Martinelli, the Brazil international, was forced off during Arsenal’s 1-0 win over Crystal Palace on Sunday, while Saliba was substituted at halftime at the Emirates after picking up a knock.

"Martinelli is still out, Saliba. We have to wait and see. We have another training session this afternoon, and the rest are still getting closer, I think in the right direction, but not available yet,” Arteta told reporters on Friday.

After Martinelli missed Wednesday's 2-0 win over Brighton, Arteta was asked about a timeline for his potential return. "We don't know yet, but I think this game is going to come too early for him," he added.

The Gunners boss also discussed long-term absentees Kai Havertz, Noni Madueke, Martin Odegaard, and Gabriel Jesus, and when they might return to action. Arteta was optimistic that he may have some fresh faces to select from in the near future. IANS

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