While Wataru Endō is sidelined for an undetermined “long time” after his injury away at Sunderland, Jeremie Frimpong is near a return — though this weekend is too soon for the young defender. As such, Joe Gomez — who is fit to start following two substitute appearances — could well feature at right back, though an out-of-position midfielder is never out of the question this season.

Source: The Guardian February 21, 2026 08:23 UTC