Predicted Arsenal lineup vs Bayern Munich - Champions League

Arsenal host Bayern Munich on Wednesday evening for a bumper Champions League clash that promises to be an exciting battle at the top of the league phase table.

The Gunners romped to a 4-1 win over Tottenham last time out to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League to six points. Leandro Trossard broke the deadlock before Eberechi Eze went on a rampage in front of goal to hit the first Premier League north London derby hat-trick.

With several concerns remaining on the injury front, but the chance to bring some returning absentees back into the side, Mikel Arteta will likely opt to field the strongest side possible tomorrow and could make no changes to the team that secured a dominant victory over Spurs.

Here's how the Gunners could line up for the visit of Bayern Munich.

Predicted Arsenal lineup vs Bayern Munich (4-3-3)

Goalkeeper & Defenders

David Raya (GK) - He was one of two players who slightly underperformed against Spurs as his questionable positioning saw him lobbed by Richarlison for a consolation goal. However, he will no doubt continue between the sticks and will be looking to bounce back.

Jurrien Timber (RB) - His brilliant start to the season continued at the weekend and while rotating for Ben White might be tempting, the Dutchman will keep his place at right back.

William Saliba (CB) - With Gabriel unavailable, Saliba has a duty to be the senior figure in the centre of defence and will remain in the starting lineup.

Piero Hincapié (CB) - He did a superb job of standing in for his Brazilian counterpart in the north London derby and will continue as Saliba's partner for this clash.

Riccardo Calafiori (LB) - Champions League nights have presented Arteta an opportunity to give Myles Lewis-Skelly a run in the side, but that won't be the case for this game as the Italian will continue on the left side of defence.

Midfielders

Eberechi Eze (CM) - With Martin Ødegaard back in training, the midfielder will face competition for the creative midfield role once again, but following his historic hat-trick against Spurs, he will keep the spot for this one.

Martín Zubimendi (CM) - He made a mistake on Sunday, losing possession to allow Richarlison an opportunity for an unbelievable goal, but was solid otherwise. He will come back in after missing the last Champions League clash due to suspension.

Declan Rice (CM) - He was absolutely superb in the derby and showed why he has to be starting every game possible for Arsenal. Rice will be a crucial cog against Bayern.

Forwards

Bukayo Saka (RW) - He was a constant troubling force on the right flank and will look to do the same as he starts in what will be one of his toughest tests as an Arsenal player.

Mikel Merino (ST) - The win over Spurs saw him operate differently in the striker role, often dropping deep as a false nine. It remains to be seen if he will play the same way on Wednesday, but he is a guaranteed starter up top.

Leandro Trossard (LW) - He worked tirelessly against Tottenham and was rewarded as he netted the opening goal and providing an assist. He will remain the starter on the left side tomorrow.