Mikel Arteta, the manager of Arsenal, is currently grappling with a growing list of injured players. This roster includes key names such as Martin Odegaard, Thomas Partey, Gabriel Jesus, Emile Smith Rowe, and Jurrien Timber.
In the recent match against Newcastle United, Arteta was unable to field Martin Odegaard, who serves as the club’s captain. Just a week ago, Odegaard managed to score a late consolation goal against West Ham United in the Carabao Cup. Unfortunately, during that match, Arsenal’s hopes were dashed in just 10 minutes of action at the London Stadium.
Arsenal Trends reported that Odegaard, a 24-year-old player, underwent an evaluation before the Newcastle game. However, despite his ailment being described as minor, he was ruled out for the match. There had been hope for his return to face Sevilla next week, but that possibility has now been dimmed.
Emile Smith Rowe, another promising player, was notably absent from the matchday squad during the visit to the London Stadium due to a knee ailment. The duration of his absence remains uncertain, but Arteta has indicated that it could be a matter of weeks.
Thomas Partey, who sustained a thigh injury during training a few weeks ago, is also among the sidelined players. The club issued a statement confirming that he would miss the game due to a muscle issue. Arteta later disclosed that the midfielder would be out for several weeks, but the exact seriousness of the injury remains to be determined.
Gabriel Jesus, who put on an impressive performance in the Champions League against Sevilla, raised concerns when he held his hamstring late in the game. Eventually, he had to be substituted with just 10 minutes remaining. The severity of his injury is unclear, and he underwent a hamstring scan. Arteta confirmed that he would be out for several weeks, with reports suggesting a potential return in December, although it remains uncertain if this will happen before or after the international break.
Jurrien Timber, a Dutch international, is presently in the recovery phase following a successful surgery. After a previous game, he was seen using two crutches, but his response when asked about his rehabilitation was positive, stating, “good, good.” His absence will be keenly felt, especially considering that the team was unable to secure a suitable replacement during the summer transfer window. Arsenal faces significant challenges as these key players recover, with the exact return dates remaining uncertain.
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