Arsenal players Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka in focus

Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice has identified teenager Max Dowman as a key player to watch this season. Dowman, who made his senior debut at age 15, is expected to see increased playing time following an impressive breakthrough year.

Separately, Bukayo Saka has shown signs of returning to peak form following an injury-interrupted previous campaign. After managing his fitness through the World Cup and recovering from an Achilles injury, the winger contributed a goal in Arsenal's recent 3-0 victory over Coventry.