Midfielder Abou Diaby (thigh) and striker Eduardo (groin) also picked up knocks during the international break, but forwards Theo Walcott (knee), Emmanuel Adebayor (hamstring) and defender Mikael Silvestre (calf) are fit again, while striker Nicklas Bendtner (knee) should be available.

Winger Samir Nasri (virus) is a doubt and forward Carlos Vela is not due back from Mexico duty until this morning so may be rested. Long-term absentee Tomas Rosicky continues his recovery.

Provisional squad: Almunia, Sagna, Toure, Gallas, Clichy, Walcott, Denilson, Fabregas, Arshavin, Bendtner, Adebayor, Fabianski, Djourou, Gibbs, Vela, Eboue, Silvestre, Song, Nasri.