Mikel Arteta confirms Arsenal defender is out of Brighton game

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that right-back Ben White will play no part against Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League tomorrow.

The Gunners are currently top of the standings with a five-point lead over Manchester City. The latter have a game in hand against Crystal Palace at home.

Ahead of Wednesday's kick-off on the South Coast, Arteta has confirmed that White is sidelined with an injury and won't be involved in the matchday squad.

Jurrien Timber has been the regular choice at right-back in the Premier League and he is expected to keep his place against the Seagulls at the AMEX Stadium.

Arsenal shared the spoils against Brighton in both league meetings last term, but they have a 100 percent record this time around.

They beat them in the Carabao Cup third round and repeated the feat in the league at home. They will be eyeing another victory against Fabian Hurzeler's side on the road on Wednesday night.