Mikel Arteta remained coy when he was quizzed on Raheem Sterling's return date, suggesting the Arsenal forward could feature against Newcastle United

The contest initially had an Arsenal vs. Everton feel to it, as Ipswich boss Kieran McKenna switched to a 5-4-1 setup in the hope of nullifying the Gunners' attackers, just as Sean Dyche 's team did at the Emirates two weeks ago.

Ethan Nwaneri looks set to miss several huge Arsenal games including the north London derby, as Mikel Arteta gave an injury update on the player. Arteta has turned to the wonderkid more often in recent weeks with the Gunners struggling with injuries, particularly in attacking positions.

Chelsea loanee could be back sooner than expected to help cover the loss of injured talisman, who will be sidelined until at least March

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says teenage attacking midfielder Ethan Nwaneri will be "out for a few weeks" with a muscular issue.

Mikel Arteta has provided updates on Ethan Nwaneri, Kai Havertz, and Raheem Sterling ahead of Arsenal’s League Cup semi-final first leg against Newcastle United on Tuesday night.Photo by Mike

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has revealed that Ethan Nwaneri will be out for “weeks” with a muscle issue. Nwaneri scored the Gunners’ goal as they drew 1-1 at Brighton last Saturday. But the 17-year-old was forced off at halftime with the injury.

Arsenal have been dealt another injury blow after teen sensation Ethan Nwaneri was ruled out for the rest of the month on the eve of their Carabao Cup semi-final against Newcastle.