Fulham will be without three key players for their crucial Premier League clash against Arsenal this weekend, dealing a significant blow to Marco Silva's side. The Cottagers are set to make the short trip across London to face Mikel Arteta's Arsenal on Saturday evening, a must-win game for the Gunners as they aim to extend their lead at the top of the table.

Former Arsenal midfielder Alex Iwobi is confirmed to miss the encounter against his old club. Iwobi sustained a hamstring injury during the goalless draw with Brentford two weeks ago, forcing him off before half-time. This injury also ruled the Nigeria international out of Fulham’s victory over Aston Villa last weekend, and manager Marco Silva has confirmed he remains sidelined.

Adding to Fulham's injury woes, Ryan Sessegnon will also be unavailable. Sessegnon, who scored the winning goal against Unai Emery's Aston Villa last weekend, was forced off late in that match due to a knock. This injury will keep the 25-year-old out of both the upcoming game at the Emirates Stadium and Fulham's subsequent fixture against Bournemouth.

Summer signing Kevin, who has impressed with eight goals in his debut season in England, continues his absence from the squad. Kevin has been sidelined for the last seven games with a metatarsal bruise and is not expected to return for the Arsenal clash. Manager Marco Silva expressed his concern regarding Sessegnon's condition, stating, 'It’s not good news about him. Sessegnon is going to be out of the next game, and probably the one after will be the same story for him, and then we will have to assess him day by day. For the Arsenal game, for sure out. For the game after, for sure out.'

On a more positive note for Fulham, Kenny Tete is likely to be available for selection again. Meanwhile, the fixture holds immense importance for Arsenal, who currently sit three points clear at the Premier League summit. With Pep Guardiola's Manchester City not playing Everton until Monday night, Mikel Arteta's side has a prime opportunity to move six points ahead tomorrow, making Fulham's injury situation a potential boost for the Gunners' title aspirations.