Ogogo to extend Barnet loan, Nordtveit set for comeback

Defender Abu Ogogo will extend his loan with Barnet until the end of the season on Friday. Abu is currently undergoing treatment at London Colney for a stomach muscle and potential groin injury which is likely to keep him out for around three weeks. However, with options running  low at Underhill, the Bees are determined to secure his services until May.

Abu’s time at Barnet so far has been mixed. He has made six starts, in various positions, the most notable of which was the League Two encounter with Luton Town in which he was sent off just five minutes after scoring his first-ever professional goal. The Epsom-born right-back is out of contract in the summer and will use this stint to enhance his profile in an attempt to attract potential buyers.

Back at Arsenal, the Reserves will finally be back in action tomorrow night when they travel to face Stoke City. The game against West Brom was recently cancelled so it will be a big opportunity for some players to shine. Eduardo will start whilst Havard Nordtveit will be hoping to mark his return to the club with a stellar performance. A full match preview will be available tomorrow afternoon.

Predicted team: Mannone; Coquelin, Nordtveit, Rodgers, Gibbs; Wilshere, Randall, Bischoff, Merida; Eduardo, Fonte.