Arsenal striker Robin van Persie will miss Sunday's Premier League clash with Everton.

Van Persie is being rested as a precautionary measure after sustaining a slight thigh injury in the 6-2 thrashing of Derby.

Midfielder Mathieu Flamini could return on the bench after recovering from his ankle problem but winger Alexander Hleb is suspended.

Tomas Rosicky (knee) and Eduardo (broken leg) remain sidelined.

Mikel Arteta is set to return to the Everton line-up at the Emirates.

The Spaniard was a second-half substitute in last weekend's 2-2 draw with Aston Villa having previously spent time in his homeland having treatment on stomach and groin injuries.

Tim Cahill (toe) and James Vaughan (knee) are long-term casualties.