Alexander Lacazette is aiming to return to Arsenal’s first-team training next week and be in contention for the clash with Sheffield United.
The France striker has been out for more than a month with an ankle injury – since the home draws with rivals Tottenham on September 1, in which he scored.
His rehabilitation has gone well and it is hoped he can be available when the Gunners return to Premier League action at Bramall Lane following the international break.
Lacazette has two goals in three games so far this season and in his absence, the north London club has won twice and drawn three times in the league while beating Frankfurt and Standard Liege in the Europa League.
The 28-year-old’s return would mean manager Unai Emery has a full squad to choose from against the newly-promoted Blades in just over a week’s time.
