Six starts for Arsenal vs. Manchester United are set in stone.

1. Declan Rice
Naturally, the player on whom the club has spent the greatest money is listed first on the squad sheet. Since signing in the summer of 2023, Declan Rice has been nothing short of amazing.

Declan Rice has already played a significant role in the Premier League title contest, starting from the very beginning when he won a late game at home against Manchester United. It goes without saying that he will begin this weekend in an attempt to achieve the same objective.

2. Magalhaes Gabriel
Gabriel Magalhaes, one of the unsung heroes of THAT incredible offside trap the previous time out, is in fantastic form coming into this game. The Brazilian commander scored a fantastic goal last weekend, but it was disqualified.

It should go without saying that he and William Saliba are a fixed beginning because they are a duo.

3. Martin Odegaard

Martin Odegaard’s class needs no explaining. He will look to take this game by the scruff of the neck as he has impressed in many big games recently, including THAT performance against Chelsea.

In yet another Premier League derby, the Arsenal skipper will look to lead by example in this must-win title race supplement.

4. Ben White

Jurrien Timber may be nearing his return from injury but it will take a lot to replace Ben White on that right-hand side. Originally a centre back, White has made the right flank his own.

Facing Alejandro Garnacho, White will look to cut out the wide-man with his own master plan. Then, he will aim to give Bukayo Saka all the attacking support in the world, which will be required against Aaron Wan-Bissaka, who is known for his defensive brilliance.

5. Kai Havertz

Considering Gabriel Jesus is his competitor at centre-forward, it may seem counter-intuitive to label Kai Havertz as a non-negotiable starter but he is in inspired form.

As one of the best performers in Arsenal’s last three Premier League matches, he will start as the leading centre forward in this match. Coming up against an injury-struck Man United defence, Havertz’ aerial ability could be the deciding factor in this crucial match.

6. Bukayo Saka

I doubt anyone will disagree with this one, particularly Mikel Arteta.

Bukayo Saka is Arteta’s most important player and after opening the scoring at the weekend, the Englishman will look to run riot against Man United. Besides, the competition at right-wing is not strong but even if it was, Saka would top the hierarchy 99 times out of 100.