Read on below to find out why, plus all the other latest news, views and gossip from around the Emirates.
Danny Welbeck has undergone surgery for a broken ankle
GI WHIZZ, SZCZESNY
JUVENTUS goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny has spoken on how he has managed to replace Gianluigi Buffon seamlessly between the sticks.
The 28-year-old has established himself as the Old Lady's No 1 shot-stopper after the Italian legend joined Paris Saint-Germain in the summer on a free transfer.
'DO ONE'
ALEXANDRE LACAZETTE has turned down France's late call-up to replace Anthony Martial – and Gunners fans are delighted.
Supporters were unhappy their striker was overlooked in the first place for the Manchester United ace – but Lacazette refused just two hours after being awarded a place.
WONDERKID
ARSENAL are looking to add to their youth talents with 17-year-old sensation Vilius Piliukaitis.
The Lithuanian has so far impressed in youth matches while on loan at Blackburn Rovers – attracting further interest from Chelsea, Manchester United and Liverpool.
'HERE TO HELP'
GUNNERS target Ousmane Dembele has received support from Barcelona team-mate Gerard Pique after going AWOL.
The Frenchman was dropped for the Real Betis defeat after failing to turn up to training or notify them that he was ill.
COT WHAT IT TAKES
ARSENAL wonderkid Ben Cottrell has interested Borussia Dortmund and Marseille after impressing in the under-18s.
German side Dortmund are no strangers to pinching a n English talent, having turned Jadon Sancho from a prodigy into a global star and England international.
'GREAT TOUCH'
FORMER Arsenal favourite Santi Cazorla left fans in tears after his incredible gesture following Villarreal's 2-2 draw against Rayo Vallecano.
The Spaniard gave the family of a 14-year-old Rayo fan Jorge Munoz – who died in a car accident last week – his shirt, posed for photographs and signed some memorabilia.
WEL SAID
DANNY WELBECK gave his Arsenal team-mates a pep talk from hospital before the Gunners' match against Wolves.
The England international is recovering from ankle surgery after he was injured against Sporting Lisbon last week.
COPA TEARS
ARSENAL target Cristian Pavon was left in tears after suffering an injury just 24 minutes into the first leg of the Copa Libertadores final for Boca Juniors.
The Argentine star showed his frustration with the knock potentially forcing him out of the reverse fixture against River Plate.
READY STEADY EDDIE
UNAI EMERY will give young striker Eddie Nketiah a chance in the first-team before looking for a replacement for the injured Danny Welbeck.
Welbeck is expected to be on the sidelines for some time, with the Gunners already looking to Patrik Schick and Nicolas Pepe as January targets.
'IT'S A BIG INJURY'
UNAI EMERY has confirmed Arsenal star Danny Welbeck has undergone surgery on a broken ankle.
The 27-year-old striker suffered the devastating injury in Thursday’s Europa League stalemate against Sporting Lisbon.
GUNNER NEED SOME HELP
UNAI EMERY could be set to dip into the transfer window in January following the injury to Danny Welbeck on Thursday.
The Arsenal boss has promoted Eddie Nketiah to the first-team to provide cover with a winter acquisition expected.
THE UN AND ONLY
HENRIKH MKHITARYAN has praised the culture change at Arsenal since Unai Emery took over from Arsene Wenger.
The ex-Manchester United ace claims there is more belief among the players and fans since the Spaniard arrived.
SCHICK OF IT ALL
Ramsey's future has been subject intense speculation since the Gunners top brass withdrew their contract extension for the Welshman.
Now the Gunners could be in for Schick – if these latest reports are anything to go by.
NO COMING BECK
ARSENAL are facing the increasing prospect that crocked striker Danny Welbeck will be ruled out for the season.
The England striker required oxygen after suffering a horror injury in the 0-0 draw with Sporting Lisbon on Thursday night.
HOT PEPE BACK ON MENU
UNAI EMERY will rethink his transfer plans – with Lille's £45m winger Nicolas Pepe a renewed target as the Arsenal boss faces up to Danny Welbeck missing the rest of the season.
England striker Welbeck is due to undergo surgery this weekend after breaking his right ankle in Thursday’s Europa League win over Sporting Lisbon.
BLING AND THE YANG
PIERRE-EMERICK AUBAMEYANG has been crowned the EA Sports Player of the Month for October after five goals for Arsenal.
The Gabon striker, 29, ended the Gunners three-year wait for the prestigious prize – but many fans on social media criticised Aubameyang's selection.
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