Arsenal fans think Gabriel and David Luiz will start today’s Europa League showdown with Benfica.
Mikel Arteta told his pre-match press conference that Rob Holding has been left at home due to concussion protocols.
It was Holding and Pablo Mari who started Arsenal’s defeat to Manchester City over the weekend.
But the £2 million man (BBC Sport) was taken off in the second half after a knock to the head in a concussion sub involving Luiz.
Mari could, of course, be the other option to start and keep his place from the last match, but some Arsenal fans want to see the return of Gabriel.
After a strong start to life in North London, his form has been up and down of late, which has seen him benched on a number of occasions.
But given that this is a must-win game for the Gunners, a positive showing here might just get the rhythm back for the Brazilian.
In truth, every Arsenal centre-back has had an up and down time this season, and some fans are pleased that Holding won’t be playing.
The Englishman has played the most minutes from any of Arsenal’s CB’s, but it seems as though he still receives mixed reviews from the supporters.
Either way, he will have to watch from home as Arsenal’s season seemingly balances on this must-win Europa League game.
Here is a selection of Arsenal fans reacting to the news about Holding:
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