Emile Smith Rowe, Bukayo Saka: Latest Arsenal injury news ahead of Crystal Palace clash

Arsenal will resume their quest to finish in the top four once they return to Premier League action at the conclusion of the international break. The Gunners, who currently occupy fourth spot, are three points clear of north London rivals Tottenham with a game in hand.

Mikel Arteta's side have won six of their last seven Premier League games, the most recent of which was the 1-0 triumph at Aston Villa last weekend. The international break will allow the Gunners the opportunity to get some of their key players back from injury going into the business end of the season.

However, their first game back when domestic football resumes is a tricky trip to Crystal Palace, managed by Arsenal legend Patrick Vieira. The Eagles will no doubt still be on a high after thrashing Everton 4-0 to reach the FA Cup semi-finals.

At such a crucial point in the season, injuries could make an enormous difference as the race for fourth enters the closing stages and with that in mind, takes a look at the latest fitness issues facing the Gunners.

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Emile Smith Rowe missed England's 2-1 win over Switzerland on Saturday due to a minor injury. Whether he'll be fit to feature against the Ivory Coast remains to be seen.

"Emile didn't train today [Friday] so unlikely he'll be involved tomorrow. Nothing too serious but we'll check to see if he'll be involved tomorrow."

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Saka came in for some heavy treatment against Aston Villa, with the Gunners attacker having to be replaced after 69 minutes. He spoke to the referee at half-time about some of the challenges he had to endure, but declared that he'd be fit for their next fixture.

"He