Arsenal handed Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette boost ahead of Borunemouth clash

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette have both returned to work in the gym and expected to be fit for Arsenal’s upcoming Premier League clash against Bournemouth. Aubameyang picked up a back problem and missed a World Cup qualifier against Mali. Then he angrily defended himself on Twitter after Gabon failed to publish the reason for his absence. Lacazette, meanwhile, had a chance to replace the injured Anthony Martial in France’s squad for their matches against the Netherlands and Uruguay, however, pulled out just hours later. As reported before, he sustained a minor groin injury. Laurent Koscielny is also closing in on his return after rupturing his Achilles back in May.

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