Mikel Arteta says Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka is “ready to go” for his return from a long-term hamstring injury. The 23-year-old’s last appearance was the 5-1 victory over Crystal Palace on December 21, where he sustained the issue with his right hamstring.

Real Madrid's UEFA Champions League quarterfinal tie against Arsenal comes at a consequential moment for both teams in their pursuit of silverware, even if both sides enter the clash in different positions.

Mikel Arteta hoped the injuries that forced Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice off the pitch in Arsenal’s 3-0 win over Real Madrid were not “serious” as he insisted the Gunners have more to give in next week’s Champions League second leg.