Arsenal have been handed a massive boost ahead of their last-16 clash against Barcelona after Samir Nasri was passed fit.
The French playmaker has made a quicker than expected recovery from a hamstring injury sustained during the FA Cup win over Huddersfield on January 30 and is available for the first-leg clash taking place at the Emirates on Wednesday night.
Barcelona are widely regarded as the best football side in the world right now but punters looking to use their free bet will be sure to have taken note of Nasri's availability, given the fact he is the Gunners' leading scorer this season with 14.
Thomas Rosicky is also available after shaking off a groin injury although Abou Diaby is definitely ruled out with calf problem.
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger said: "Samir is in the squad and the starting line-up will be decided tomorrow.
"I will take no medical risk. It's good to have him in the squad.
"He's recovered quicker than expected. I said it would be 21 days but it will be only 17 days.
"Everybody's absolutely adamant that he's completely medically available. It's down to me to make the decision."
Arsenal came from behind to salvage a 2-2 draw at the Emirates against Barca in last year's quarter-finals and although they took the lead at the Nou Camp, Lionel Messi scored four to secure a 6-3 aggregate win for the Catalans.
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