Arsenal striker Nicklas Bendtner says he's fully fit and available.

The Danish striker has been out since aggravating a groin injury at the World Cup.

It was even feared he might not play again this year - but he has targeted the Champions League clash with Shakhtar Donetsk at the Emirates on October 19 for his comeback.

He said: "I have never been better. I have no pain and have been training very hard physically."

Arsenal also expect skipper Cesc Fabregas back to face Birmingham in the Premier League a week tomorrow.