Arsenal pair William Saliba and Gabriel Martinelli have been ruled out of the Carabao Cup fourth-round tie against Albion.

But two stars who were thought likely to miss the game have been declared available for acion.

Saliba was forced off at half-time of Sunday’s 1-0 Premier League win over Crystal Palace, while forward Martinelli limped down the tunnel after coming on as a second-half substitute.

Gunners boss Mikel Arteta is unsure how long the duo will remain sidelined.

Asked about Saliba, Arteta replied: “He’s out. We are assessing him but he won’t be involved in this match.”

Speaking of Martinelli, the Spaniard said: “It looks as well he’s going to be out.

“We have to do some more tests and see the extent of the injury but this game is going to be too early for him.”

Riccardo Calafiori and Declan Rice were thought to be doubts for the tie but, along with Bukayo Saka, will be available,

The loss of Martinelli adds to Arsenal’s attacking issues, with Noni Madueke, Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus already unavailable...