Arsenal Injuries vs Tottenham: Saka, Trossard Latest 2026

Key Points

• Arsenal face Tottenham Hotspur in a crucial Premier League North London derby away at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday, February 22, 2026, amid “bottlers” allegations following a dramatic 2-2 draw against Wolverhampton Wanderers on Wednesday evening, where they blew a 2-0 lead with goals conceded to Santiago Bueno and Tom Edozie’s last-gasp equaliser.
• Bukayo Saka scored early in the Wolves match but required medical attention in the second half, limping off in the 73rd minute with an unspecified issue, possibly knee or hamstring-related; he completed post-match media duties, and Mikel Arteta has not ruled him out, with optimism for availability; expected return: Sunday vs Tottenham.
• Leandro Trossard substituted for Saka but lasted only 17 minutes before a head injury or concussion from colliding with Santiago Bueno, replaced by Riccardo Calafiori via concussion protocol; major doubt for derby pending assessment; expected return: potentially Sunday if protocols cleared.
• Kai Havertz sidelined by a muscular injury, initially projected out until March but now a possibility for the derby; Arteta stated, “Kai is the other one; again for the weekend, he is a possibility.”
• Arsenal lead the Premier League but could be just two points clear of Manchester City if City win their match in hand; no suspensions reported for key players ahead of the derby.​
• Recent context includes Arsenal’s collapse at Wolves setting an unwanted Premier League record; Saka’s history of hamstring issues, including a multi-week absence in December 2024 after Crystal Palace.​
• Other Arsenal injury concerns from broader reports: potential lingering issues for players like Ben White (knee), Takehiro Tomiyasu (knee), Riccardo Calafiori (knee, but recently played), though focus remains on Saka, Trossard, Havertz for derby.​

North London , (North London News) February 19, 2026 – Arsenal head into a must-win Premier League North London derby against Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday afternoon grappling with fresh injury doubts over star players Bukayo Saka, Leandro Trossard and Kai Havertz, as reported across multiple outlets following their dramatic 2-2 draw at Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Mikel Arteta’s side, still atop the Premier League table and in control of their title destiny, blew a 2-0 lead at Molineux with Santiago Bueno and Tom Edozie’s late strikes, fuelling “bottlers” jibes and heightening pressure for the trip to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Saka, who opened the scoring, limped off in discomfort, while substitute Trossard suffered a head blow, and Havertz pushes for a muscular injury return.

What Happened in Arsenal’s Midweek Collapse at Wolves?

Arsenal appeared en route to victory after Saka’s early goal and another from Gabriel Hincapie, but defensive lapses allowed Bueno to level before Edozie’s stoppage-time equaliser, which Riccardo Calafiori could not block on the line.

As detailed by Sports Mole, this result saw Arsenal set an unwanted Premier League record with history at both ends, dropping two points to basement side Wolves. [ from original query, cross-ref ] Mikel Arteta refrained from immediate post-match updates on injuries but confirmed no severe issues in early assessments, with Saka conducting interviews post-game.

Football.London’s coverage highlighted the sequence: Saka exited for Trossard in the 73rd minute after medical attention, then Trossard collided with Bueno, necessitating a concussion sub for Calafiori.

Is Bukayo Saka Fit for the Tottenham Derby?

Bukayo Saka remains a minor doubt with an unspecified injury from the Wolves game, appearing in discomfort and raising hamstring fears, as noted in BBC Match of the Day social media post.​

According to Sports Mole, Saka’s status is “minor doubt”, type unknown, with possible return February 22 vs Spurs; his post-match interview offers optimism. Football.London reports he needed second-half treatment but partook in media, suggesting no major issue ahead of the derby; expected return: Sunday.

Mikel Arteta, as quoted in fan updates on Facebook groups, stated:

“We’re hopeful to have Saka, his injury is not serious.”

This echoes past scares, like his 2024 hamstring layoff confirmed by Arteta:

“It doesn’t appear to be promising. He will be sidelined for several weeks,”

after Crystal Palace, per The Guardian.

What Is Leandro Trossard’s Injury Status?

Leandro Trossard faces a major doubt after a head/face blow from Santiago Bueno, subbed late via concussion protocol.

Sports Mole lists it as “head” injury, possible return February 22, unclear if full protocols apply. Football.London notes:

“If Trossard has indeed sustained a concussion, he will need to adhere to protocols that could rule him out for the trip to Spurs. Arteta did not provide updates.”

The Evening Standard described Trossard coming off worse in the collision, receiving treatment before replacement. No further statements from Arteta on Trossard post-match.

Can Kai Havertz Return Against Tottenham?

Kai Havertz, out with a muscular injury initially until March, is now a major doubt but possible for Sunday.​

Arteta commented to Football.London:

“Kai is the other one; again for the weekend, he is a possibility.”

Sports Mole confirms the boost for league leaders.

Sky Sports reported earlier Havertz set to miss four games minimum, ruling out the derby initially, but updates suggest progress. Evening Standard updates note his prior knee recovery but fresh setback.

Are There Any Arsenal Suspensions for the Derby?

No suspensions are reported for Arsenal players ahead of the Tottenham clash, with focus solely on injuries.

Sports Mole’s previews confirm clean slate on bookings for key Gunners.​

What Other Arsenal Injuries Linger?

Broader lists include knee issues for Ben White, Riccardo Calafiori (who played vs Wolves), Takehiro Tomiyasu, per older Football.London report, though Calafiori featured recently.​

Ethan Nwaneri resumed training after muscle injury. Mirror mentions potential absences like Gabriel, Jurrien Timber, but current focus is Saka-Trossard-Havertz trio.

How Does This Impact Arsenal’s Title Race?

Arsenal remain top but risk narrowing gap to Manchester City to two points if City win their game in hand.

The derby win is deemed essential amid “bottlers” talk post-Wolves. Daily Cannon past positives on Saka scans offer hope.

What Is the Full Context of the North London Derby?

Arsenal seek to maintain derby dominance; Sports Mole notes past streaks. Tottenham injuries include Dominic Solanke (ankle), Yves Bissouma (ankle), others like Dejan Kulusevski (knee), James Maddison (ACL), per previews.

Up to 19 players across both sides at risk historically. Arteta’s men aim to silence critics in high-stakes clash.

This comprehensive injury overview, drawn from Sports Mole, Football.London, Evening Standard, Sky Sports, BBC, The Guardian, and more, underscores Arsenal’s resilience test. Fans await final team news, but optimism surrounds Saka and Havertz.