Kirk was suspended by the Women’s Super League club earlier this month and a statement said the 45-year-old had ‘breached the team’s code of conduct’
Everything you need to know ahead of the Championship fixture
Gomez could be called upon as a regular starter for Liverpool after Andy Robertson’s latest injury
The Gunners have evolved since two chastening defeats to the champions last season, with Mikel Arteta’s side now more versatile and physically stronger for a pivotal test at the Etihad