News about Havertz, Odegaard, and Timber who are hurt for Arsenal
The injury list is still a worry for Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta as the team heads into the October international break. The Gunners are currently third in the Premier League, just behind Manchester City and Liverpool. However, injuries to key players could make a difference as they get ready for a busy schedule after the break. With important games coming up, like a match against Liverpool, Arteta will be hoping that his injured stars can get better quickly. Here is a full list of all the Arsenal players who are hurt right now.
Kai Havertz can’t play because of a knee problem.
Kai Havertz will not be able to join the Germany team during the international break because of a knee problem, even though he played all 90 minutes in Arsenal’s recent 3-1 win over Southampton. The German Football Association announced that Havertz would not be playing in any upcoming Nations League games, saying:
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“Kai Havertz will miss the upcoming international matches due to knee problems.”His condition will be monitored closely by Arsenal, who have crucial matches against Bournemouth, Shakhtar Donetsk, and Liverpool in quick succession after the break. The Gunners will be hoping the break allows Havertz enough recovery time to feature in these key fixtures.
Potential return date: October 19, vs Bournemouth
Martin Odegaard’s Encouraging Recovery
Arsenal have been without captain Martin Odegaard for several matches due to an ankle ligament injury sustained while on international duty. The Norwegian’s absence has been a significant blow, but both Arteta and Odegaard have shared positive updates.“Martin is very difficult, I expected still with the boot…he’s working so hard and is feeling good,” Arteta commented recently.
Odegaard echoed these sentiments, writing in the club’s programme:“I’m getting better and better by the day…Hopefully, it won’t be much longer.”While there’s no exact timeline, Arsenal will hope to have their captain back sooner rather than later.
Potential return date: Late October
Jurrien Timber Nearing Full Fitness
Jurrien Timber’s versatility has been a crucial asset to Arsenal, but the Dutch defender has struggled with knocks recently. He was forced off during Arsenal’s Champions League clash against Paris Saint-Germain and missed the following Premier League fixture. However, Arteta hinted that Timber was close to returning before the international break, raising hopes that he could feature in the upcoming matches.
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With no international commitments to worry about, Timber will focus entirely on his recovery, and Arsenal fans will hope to see him back in action soon.
Potential return date: October 19, vs Bournemouth
Other Key Injuries: Ben White and Zinchenko
Ben White and Oleksandr Zinchenko have also missed recent fixtures due to injury concerns. White’s absence has been a tactical challenge for Arteta, with midfielder Thomas Partey being deployed as a makeshift right-back in his place. Meanwhile, Zinchenko’s recovery from a calf issue is progressing well, and both are expected to return to action after the break.