Arsenal’s mounting injury list of seven could create a real opportunity for Liverpool in the title fight.

Arsenal’s growing injury list may hand Liverpool a major advantage in the title race, with as many as seven Gunners players expected to miss this weekend’s clash.

Arsenal injury crisis could tilt momentum toward Liverpool
Mikel Arteta has revealed that several of his key stars remain unavailable, raising doubts over whether Arsenal can maintain their pace as Liverpool look to close the gap.

Speaking about Gabriel Jesus, Arteta said (via premierinjuries.com):
“He needs to progress step-by-step in a new environment. He’s been training alone for a while; now he’s surrounded by top-level players again. We’ll see how he adapts, but he’s full of energy.”

Jesus isn’t the only major doubt. Martin Ødegaard is also sidelined:
“It’s going in a positive direction, but he’s still a fair distance away.”

Kai Havertz’s condition remains uncertain as well:
“We need to see how he reacts to workload when he re-joins us. For the first few weeks, we’ll have to carefully manage his minutes and evaluate when he can play.”

Arsenal’s winger options are stretched too. On Gabriel Martinelli, Viktor Gyökeres, and Chukwunonso Madueke, Arteta noted before the break:
“I can’t confirm they’re all out this weekend, but you’re not far off. Some, maybe all, could be back after the break—I’m not sure. A lot needs to go right in the next two weeks, but we should be close.”

Defensively, the problems continue with Gabriel Magalhães still doubtful, with injury sources giving him just a 25% chance of returning soon.

Why this could matter for Liverpool’s title push

For Liverpool, Arsenal’s injury troubles could create a crucial opening. While the Gunners deal with fitness setbacks, Liverpool can capitalise on a more favourable schedule to gain ground.

There’s good news for the Reds as well: Alisson is close to returning, and updates are expected on Jeremie Frimpong, Stefan Bajcetic, and Jayden Danns.

Liverpool’s form has fluctuated, but a weakened Arsenal side over the packed Christmas schedule could allow the Reds to apply consistent pressure.

With the toughest fixtures against top-six clubs mostly behind us—and the longest uninterrupted run of games ahead—the timing could not be better.

If Liverpool find momentum now, it could set the stage for a genuine title charge.