Morning Briefing: Arsenal suffer major injury blow, Courtois signs new Real Madrid deal as Liverpool eye Araujo

In the latest football news: Arsenal suffer a major blow ahead of their blockbuster clash with Liverpool, while Tottenham receive a massive boost with James Maddison's return. Elsewhere, Real Madrid tie Thibaut Courtois down until 2028, and Barcelona open talks to sell Ronald Araujo to Liverpool.

Premier League: Arsenal suffer major blow, Tottenham handed fitness boost

Arsenal have suffered a major blow as 16-year-old talent Max Dowman is suspended for three matches, while Bukayo Saka is ruled out of the crucial clash against Liverpool with a thigh injury.

Tottenham welcome back playmaker James Maddison (100% fit) and defender Destiny Udogie after a two-match absence due to a knee injury.

The Chelsea defence faces a severe crisis as centre-back Maxence Lacroix is sidelined until after November, forcing manager Xabi Alonso to patch up his squad.

La Liga & Champions League: Courtois returns, Barcelona face defensive reshuffle

Goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has recovered from injury, standing ready to make his 346th appearance for Real Madrid after extending his contract until 2028.

Manager Hansi Flick is set to experiment with an unfamiliar defensive line-up for Barcelona with Xavi Espart sidelined for seven weeks alongside a host of injured key players.

Barcelona are in talks to sell Ronald Araujo permanently to Liverpool in January 2027 for a fee of €55 million (£47 million).

Bayern Munich will be without 39-year-old goalkeeper Manuel Neuer for their clash against Atletico Madrid on 3 November 2026 due to a foot injury.