There’s been a lot of buzz around Arsenal recently, with their manager, Mikel Arteta, sharing some updates that are bound to make fans take notice.
As the Premier League intensifies, there’s always the constant pressure of maintaining a fully fit squad, especially when aiming for top spots of the EPL table.
In a sport where every point counts, injuries can be devastating to a team’s momentum. It’s particularly worrying when key players face time away from the pitch, leaving fans anxious about how the team will cope.
These concerns aren’t just whispers anymore but are becoming a reality for Arsenal at a time when every game is crucial. Arteta’s latest revelation could signal a challenge for the Gunners in the coming weeks.
Recall that Sportsbuddy reported that Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu is ready to leave the club in the winter transfer window.
Martin Odegaard Is Out for Weeks, Says Mikel Arteta
Arsenal’s captain, Martin Odegaard, who has been instrumental in the team’s recent successes, is now expected to be out for several weeks, according to Reuters.
This injury comes after Odegaard picked up a significant ankle problem during international duty.
To make matters worse, Oleksandr Zinchenko is also facing time on the sidelines with a calf injury, adding further strain on Arteta’s options as he looks to steer the team through a tough phase.
“I think it will be a matter of weeks. How long exactly, I cannot tell you,” Arteta said of Odegaard.
When asked if there is any chance for the Norway international to return ahead of next month’s international break, Mikel Arteta added;
“We might get a surprise but I think it’s unlikely.”