Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has provided key updates in regards to the fitness of injured trio Santi Cazorla, Gabriel Paulista and Jack Wilshere.

Arsenal enjoyed a successful pre-season campaign of Australia and China, and the Gunners were also able to avoid any major injuries during their time in the two nations.

Wenger has given updates regarding the fitness of long term absentees Santi Cazorla, Gabriel Paulista and Jack Wilshere -revealing that all three players are making good progress.

Wenger said: "I would say that Gabriel is still a few weeks away because he has an inflammation of his bone.

"Jack Wilshere is close to coming back to training. For Santi, it is difficult to set a definite date but he is getting better every day. Overall those are the main injuries we have. Everyone else is back to fitness."