3 talking points ahead of Southampton vs Arsenal

2. Two key players missing

William Saliba and Jurrien Timber have been crucial components in Arsenal's defence this season, but they are both set to miss out on their final day trip to Southampton due to injury.

The Frenchman suffered a hamstring injury in the win over Newcastle, while his Dutch defensive partner underwent surgery to fix an ankle issue that had been affecting his fitness and availability in recent weeks.

Their absence will prompt Mikel Arteta to shift a few things around at the back for the visit to St Mary's. Riccardo Calafiori replaced Saliba in the backline against the Magpies, but with him being a second left-footer alongside Jakub Kiwior, Arteta may opt to bring Ben White into a central position and put Thomas Partey at right back. Whatever the decision, there will be some slight changes in the Gunners' backline on Sunday.

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