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A season of grand expectations for Arsenal has so far been dampened by injuries, but the Gunners head into the new calendar year well.
Martin Odegaard’s ankle problem led to the fall and Bukayo Sakani A hamstring tear left many supporters downbeat on the club’s chances in the second half of the season. Having struggled to adapt to the absence of its captain earlier this year, Mikel Arteta’s Coaching will be crucial amid star man Saka’s recovery.
Life without their talismanic big man began on Friday night with a 1-0 win over Ipswich Town, with a trip. Brentford Next New Year’s Day for the title hopefuls.
Here’s the latest Arsenal injury news ahead of their first clash of 2025.
Armory Full-backs have had problems all season with Jurien Timber, Riccardo Calafiori and Oleksandr Zinchenko.
Thomas Partey was used at right-back at times as a result, and Timbers returned as the undisputed starter. However, the Dutchman’s workload will be lighter for once Ben White He is recovering from minor ankle surgery during the November international break.
White has been out for about six weeks and there is no timetable yet for his return. Updates on his recovery have been few and far between.
Takehiro Tomiyasu Capable of providing cover for Arsenal’s backline, the Japanese international has made just one appearance all season due to a recurring knee injury. He has faced several hurdles in his recovery, and it is not yet known when he will be fit and available again.
As a result, the mood in North London has soured Sakani The hamstring tear was sustained during the 5-1 victory over Crystal Palace before Christmas.
The winger has since undergone surgery with Arteta suggesting he will be out for more than two months. It is a devastating blow – intensified by one of Raheem Sterling Knee injury.
Sterling has rarely featured since joining the club on loan, but he would undoubtedly be an easy option alongside Saka. The experienced big man could return at some point in January, but Arteta is currently relying on the likes of Gabriel Martinelli, Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Jesus to mitigate Saka’s absence.
|
Player |
an injury |
condition |
|---|---|---|
|
Bukayo Saka |
Hamstring |
out |
|
Raheem Sterling |
the knee |
out |
|
Ben White |
Groin |
out |
|
Takehiro Tomiyasu |
the knee |
out |
