Mikel Arteta had positive news on the injury front ahead of Arsenal’s Premier League clash against Leicester City (Picture: Arsenal FC)

Mikel Arteta has revealed Gabriel Jesus is making rapid progress in his recovery from a serious knee injury, while Thomas Partey is in contention to feature against Leicester City on Saturday.

The influential Ghana international has missed the last two matches with a minor muscle strain, but made his return to full training earlier this week.

January signing Jorginho has impressed in the absence of the 29-year-old, but Arteta will be hope Partey can come through Friday’s session unscathed and be fit enough to start against the improving Foxes.

Jesus, meanwhile, hasn’t featured since injury his knee at the World Cup but is closing in on a possible comeback next month to boost his side’s title challenge.

Speaking at his pre-match press conference, Arteta said: ‘Thomas hasn’t trained much, but looks like he could be available. Let’s see how he trains today.;

On Jesus, meanwhile, he added ‘He’s doing more and more on the field. The knee is not reacting, so really positive. He’s really pushing the boundaries right now.’

More to follow…

Great news for the Gunners.