Rice expected to be fit to face Man City after avoiding serious injury

Declan Rice has avoided serious injury and could be in contention for Arsenal's Premier League game at Bournemouth on Saturday.

Rice underwent tests on Monday after feeling discomfort in his back in the north London derby, which forced him off at half-time.

 Scans have revealed the problem is not a major one, although the midfielder continues to feel discomfort and is not expected to take part in the Carabao Cup game at Brentford on Wednesday.

Rice will continue to be assessed this week ahead of the trip to Bournemouth, as will Leandro Trossard, who missed the draw with Tottenham because of a slight muscle issue.

The news means Rice is set to be fit for Arsenal's match against title rivals Manchester City on Sunday October 8,