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Arsenal's Welbeck will be available vs. Tottenham, says Arsene Wenger

Reuters

Arsenal forward Danny Welbeck is inching closer to a return.

While the English international won't feature this wee kend against Aston Villa, Arsenal boss Arsene Wengers says Welbeck, who's been dealing with a thigh injury, will be available for selection during the London derby when they play Tottenham on Feb. 7.

Wenger confirmed that he will begin training on Monday.

Welbeck hasn't featured for Arsenal since their match against West Ham on Dec. 28, when he suffered the injury.

Since joining Arsenal from Manchester United in the summer, Welbeck's managed to score seven goals in 19 appearances, including four in the Premier League.

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