Bournemouth are seeking to end a run of two Premier League games without a win as they welcome Arsenal to the Vitality stadium on Sunday.
The Cherries have been a surprise package this season, playing a free-flowing brand of football, currently occupying sixth place on the table.
After a bright start, however, Bournemouth have lost a bit of momentum in the last couple of games. But Eddie Howe will hope his side bounces back against the Gunners, who are unbeaten in their last 16 games in all competitions.
Adam Smith has been ruled out for up to three months due to an ankle injury he sustained in the defeat at Newcastle United.
Jefferson Lerma will also miss the game against Arsenal, while Joshua King and Junior Stanislas are touch and go.
Meanwhile, Asmir Begovic is expected to recover from the thumb injury in time for Sunday’s crunch clash.
Begovic has started every Premier League game for Bournemouth so far and he’ll continue guarding the goal.
The Bournemouth captain is expected to continue at right-back. He will have to be at his sublime best to keep the in-form Aubameyang at bay.
Cook has been a rock at the back for Bournemouth this season and will relish the battle that Lacazette brings to the table.
Ake has forged an excellent partnership with Cook so far and should start again at home against the Gunners.
A long-term injury to Smith could see Daniels come in at left-back. A fantastic crosser of the ball, Daniels will look to cause problems to the Arsenal defence with his deliveries into the box.
With his pace and directness, he could give the Arsenal defenders a run for their money.
Cook brings a calming influence to the midfield and operates as a key attacking outlet from a deeper position.
Gosling is a tenacious midfielder who will look to disrupt Arsenal’s free-flowing attacking game on Sunday.
The Scottish winger started the season on fire and despite fading a bit in recent weeks, he should be one of the first names on the team sheet against the Gunners.
Brooks gives a different flavour to Bournemouth’s play in the final third. He is a definite starter at the weekend.
Wilson has been in breathtaking form for the Cherries this season. After scoring on his international debut, he’ll be confident to go against a shaky Arsenal defence.
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