Arsenal's Jurrien Timber, who sustained a serious knee injury on the opening weekend of the season, is nearing a return to the first team after playing twice with the under-21 side.
Manager Mikel Arteta will provide a squad fitness update later on Friday.
Bournemouth's Milos Kerkez serves the second game of a three-match ban.
Antoine Semenyo is a doubt because of a knee injury, while Luis Sinisterra and Marcus Tavernier will likely remain out.
MATCH FACTS
Head-to-head
- Arsenal are unbeaten in the seven most recent Premier League meetings, winning six.