Arteta set to start ‘outstanding’ Arsenal star against Ipswich

Arsenal host Ipswich Town at the Emirates Stadium tomorrow in the Premier League.

The Gunners have returned to form with back-to-back wins over Crystal Palace in the League Cup and Premier League.

They were brilliant in a convincing 5-1 win at Selhurst Park last weekend.

Gabriel Jesus scored a first-half brace for the Gunners, and he should have scored a second consecutive hat-trick against Palace.

Declan Rice has been superb in his return from injury. He put the match beyond doubt with a goal and an assist off the bench.

Aside from his goal contributions, the midfielder won all his duels on the ground and completed every cross he attempted.

Manager Mikel Arteta will likely start him against Ipswich tomorrow.

The England international, previously described as “outstanding” by Arteta, has not been at his best this season due to minor injuries.

The manager was careful with his workload. However, Rice looked a different player against Palace after a brief injury absence. He attracted attention with his forward runs and passing range.

He capped the performance with a brilliant goal from just outside the Palace box.

Since fixtures are thick and fast, rotation could be key to avoiding potential injuries. Kai Havertz could give way to Rice to start Friday.

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