The Arsenal boss gives an update on injured players ahead of Newcastle

Arteta gives the latest on Smith Rowe, Elneny and Partey ahead of the Newcastle game

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has given an update on the fitness of his injured players ahead of the game against Newcastle on Saturday.

Emile Smith Rowe, Mohamed Elneny and Thomas Partey have all been out injured in recent weeks, but Arteta has revealed that they are all making progress.

Smith Rowe and Elneny could return against Newcastle

Smith Rowe has been out with a groin injury, while Elneny has been struggling with a hamstring problem.

However, Arteta says that both players are now back in training and could be in contention to face Newcastle.

Partey still out

Partey, meanwhile, is still out with a thigh injury.

Arteta says that the Ghanaian midfielder is making good progress, but he is not yet ready to return to action.

Arsenal have a number of other injury concerns

In addition to Smith Rowe, Elneny and Partey, Arsenal also have a number of other injury concerns.

Gabriel Martinelli is out with a knee injury, while Reiss Nelson is struggling with a hamstring problem.

Arteta will be hoping that his injured players can make a quick recovery, as Arsenal face a busy schedule in the coming weeks.