After three long months, the return of Premier League football is almost here. After taking Manchester City to the wire for a second consecutive season, Arsenal will be dying to get over the line this time.
But first they have one more pre-season friendly to navigate against Lyon. It’s a final chance for many of Arsenal’s perceived fringe players to force their way into Mikel Arteta’s first team plans, while some of the stars who went far in the Euros will get crucial minutes in their legs.
Arteta is always competitive though and will want to field a side that he feels can win the game and build momentum ahead of a tough start to the season.
Goalkeeper – David Raya
Right back – Ben White
Centre back – William Saliba
Centre back – Gabriel
Left back – Riccardo Calafiori
