As expected, Eddie Howe has made wholesale changes to his Newcastle side that beat Manchester United 3-0 in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night - reverting back to the starting line-up that played in the previous Premier League match at Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Fabian Schar returns to the starting line-up after missing the match at Old Trafford due to illness while Nick Pope comes back into the side for Martin Dubravka.
There was also a surprise return to the bench for Jacob Murphy following a dislocated shoulder. Howe claimed in his pre-match press conference that the club were still waiting to make a decision on whether the winger requires surgery.
Lewis Miley was also back involved following illness while the likes of Sven Botman, Alexander Isak, Elliot Anderson and Harvey Barnes remain sidelined.
Newcastle United’s confirmed starting line-up and bench...
5. LB: Dan Burn
Lewis Hall was brilliant against Manchester United and netted his first ever professional goal with a stunning volley. Burn, meanwhile, was given a well deserved rest ahead of a potential match up against Bukayo Saka. | AFP via Getty Images
6. CM: Sean Longstaff
After putting in a tireless 90 minute effort at Old Trafford, Longstaff will likely be asked to go again and put in a similar performance against Arsenal. | Getty Images
7. CM: Bruno Guimaraes
The Brazilian was handed a rare rest in midweek but will be keen to impress against the club that were heavily-linked with signing him before his move to St James’ Park. He is one booking away from a suspension, however. | Getty Images
8. CM: Joelinton
After struggling with injuries for most of the season, Joelinton was back to his best at Old Trafford and is slowly returning to form. With Joe Willock’s minutes still needing to be managed carefully, Joelinton may be asked to start on Saturday. | Getty Images