Ekitike a major doubt ahead of kick-off (Picture: Getty)Mikel Arteta hopes to have Kai Havertz available again when Arsenal host Liverpool in tonight’s Premier League showdown at the Emirates. The Germany international was back in the squad against Aston Villa but was absent again at the weekend away to Bournemouth. Havertz was back among the Arsenal subs against Aston Villa (Picture: Getty)Liverpool could have a huge problem up front with Hugo Ekitike a doubt ahead of kick-off. Arsenal XI to face Liverpool – Metro predictionWill Arteta persist with Gyokeres up top? The Gunners boss values the work he gets through up top and despite the goal drought, is keeping faith in his summer signing.

Source: Metro January 08, 2026 11:43 UTC