Here are the latest updates on Arsenal FC:
1. **Injury Updates**:
– **Martin Ødegaard** is set to be out until November due to ligament damage in his ankle. He could miss up to 11 matches, including key fixtures against Manchester City, PSG, and Chelsea【8†source】.
– **Riccardo Calafiori**, who recently made his debut, is regaining match fitness after injury issues but had to be substituted due to fatigue in the match against Manchester City. He is expected to be available for the Carabao Cup game against Bolton on September 25【8†source】.
– **Mikel Merino** is recovering from a shoulder injury and might return after the international break in late October【8†source】.
– **Takehiro Tomiyasu** and **Kieran Tierney** are also sidelined with injuries, with their return dates currently unknown【8†source】.
2. **Transfers and Squad News**:
– Arsenal’s transfer window saw a busy summer, with several ins and outs. Key players include Declan Rice, Kai Havertz, and the return of Jurrien Timber, who has been actively involved since recovering from a long-term injury【9†source】.
– The club has been linked with several transfer targets, and discussions about player futures, such as Gabriel Magalhaes’ contract situation, are ongoing. Despite rumors, there are no immediate changes regarding his status at the club【11†source】.
3. **Recent Matches**:
– Arsenal recently drew 2-2 against Manchester City, a match that saw them reduced to 10 men but still managing to secure a point【10†source】.
– In the Champions League, they played to a 0-0 draw against Atalanta, with David Raya making crucial saves to secure the result【11†source】.
4. **Upcoming Fixtures**:
– Arsenal will face Bolton Wanderers in the Carabao Cup on September 25 and Leicester City in the Premier League on September 28【10†source】.
These updates highlight Arsenal’s ongoing challenges with injuries but also demonstrate their resilience in competitions this season. For more details, you can visit Arsenal’s official site or other sports news outlets like Evening Standard and Football Transfers.
