CM: Mikel Arteta
The silky smooth Spaniard recently returned from injury, and I bet the Arsenal fans were relieved to see the playmaker back controlling proceedings once again in the centre of the park.
CM: Jack Wilshere
The England international picked up another slight knock to his troublesome ankle recently, although the youngster is expected to return from the Gunners’ trip to Merseyside this weekend.
RW: Lukas Podolski
Manager Arsene Wenger likes having the experienced German in his starting lineup, even if the forward himself would prefer to play through the middle as a striker.
LW: Santi Cazorla
The diminutive Spaniard’s presence in the north London club’s starting XI has become even more vital in recent weeks as Arsenal’s list of injured creative players has grown.