LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 15: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, arrives at the stadium prior to the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Arsenal and Wigan Athletic on February 15, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)Mikel Arteta has confirmed that multiple Arsenal players will be unavailable for Wednesday night's Premier League encounter with Wolves. Wolves have endured a difficult season, collecting only one win and six draws from 26 matches thus far. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTThe Arsenal boss said on Tuesday: "He's fine. Mikel Merino Due to a stress fracture in his foot that needed surgery, Merino will be sidelined for an extended period.

Source: Express February 18, 2026 09:35 UTC