None of Andrey Arshavin (calf), Manuel Almunia (wrist) or Denilson (groin) are fit enough to return for the Premier League clash so Wenger's squad is still stretched.
Along with the trio he is also missing defenders William Gallas (calf), Thomas Vermaelen (calf), Kieran Gibbs (foot) and Johan Djourou (knee) plus midfielders Cesc Fabregas (fractured leg) and Aaron Ramsey (broken leg).
Kick-off in north London is at 5.30pm.
Gunners (from): Fabianski, Clichy, Silvestre, Campbell, Sagna, Walcott, Nasri, Diaby, Song, Rosicky, Bendtner, Mannone, Van Persie, Eboue, Eastmond, Merida, Traore, Vela.
