Arsenal Injury Update: Arteta Provides News on White and Mosquera Ahead of Brighton Clash

Arsenal Injury Update Before Brighton Match

Mikel Arteta has given a fresh update on the injury status of some key players as Arsenal prepare to face Brighton in their next Premier League fixture. The Gunners have maintained a perfect start to the season with victories over Sunderland and Ipswich Town, moving confidently into the fourth round of the EFL Cup.

The upcoming match against Brighton comes after the Seagulls' impressive 3-2 comeback win at Old Trafford against Manchester United, setting up an intriguing contest.

Player Fitness Updates

French defender William Saliba remains sidelined due to a back issue sustained during the World Cup and continues to miss training. He is expected to be out until at least November 21, 2026, and will also miss France's upcoming internationals under Zinedine Zidane.

Regarding defenders Cristhian Mosquera and Ben White, who have both been absent recently due to injuries, Arteta shared:

"[White] All good. We have another training session. Yeah, we have another session, and they [Mosquera] are willing to be part of it, so we will see."

Both players are targeting a return for the game against Brighton on September 19, 2026.

Piero Hincapie and Jurrien Timber, missing from the midweek cup match, are expected back in contention, though they might start on the bench.

Significance of Ben White's Return

White has been a consistent presence at right-back this season, especially as Timber recovers from an injury picked up last season. His partnership with Bukayo Saka has been productive, aiding Saka's performances on the pitch. Defensively reliable, White's availability is a big plus for Arteta’s lineup, ensuring continuity in the defense with Ezri Konsa and Gabriel pairing up centrally.

• Player: William SalibaInjury: BackPotential Return Date: 21/11/2026

• Player: Cristhian MosqueraInjury: ThighPotential Return Date: 19/09/2026

• Player: Ben WhiteInjury: GroinPotential Return Date: 19/09/2026

• Player: Piero HincapieInjury: UnknownPotential Return Date: 19/09/2026