Arsenal Lunchtime Round-Up, Saturday 10th October 2026: Rice Contract Talks Progress as Arteta's Arsenal Host Leeds

It's matchday at the Emirates, with Arsenal taking on Leeds United in the lunchtime Premier League kick-off (Sky Sports) (Football.London) (The Guardian). Arsenal.com confirm that three players who were doubts are now fit, with three further changes made to the starting line-up for the test against Leeds (Arsenal.com). Football.London add that Mikel Arteta has made a call on Kai Havertz as part of three changes to his side (Football.London).

Away from the pitch, there's a reminder for supporters that travel disruption around London this weekend could affect those heading to Arsenal's fixture, with Underground closures and delays flagged as a concern (Football.London).

On the contract front, Football.London report that Arsenal are in advanced talks with Declan Rice and his representatives over a new long-term deal, with the England midfielder said to have set the record straight on his future at the club (Football.London).

Elsewhere, loanee Ethan Nwaneri continues his spell at Borussia Dortmund, with German media reportedly unanimous in their view after he was substituted once again, two months into his time in Germany (Football.London).

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