Arsenal are back in Carabao Cup action in their semi-final second leg against Chelsea on Tuesday night – but they've suffered a serious injury blow following Mikel Merino's foot fracture.

The Gunners take a 3-2 aggregate lead into the match at the Emirates Stadium, and it’s something that they will look to take advantage of.

Ahead of the game, Mikel Arteta has given the latest injury updates on his squad. There has been concern over Bukayo Saka. The winger pulled up in the warm up ahead of the weekend’s Premier League clash against Leeds United. He was replaced in the starting line-up by Noni Madueke, who impressed with his performance.

Arsenal have also confirmed a major blow over midfielder Merino, who has missed the last two games with a foot injury. It has now been confirmed that the 29-year-old will undergo surgery.

Here is a look at all of the latest from the treatment room following Arteta’s latest update.

Injury: Hip

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