Arsenal’s left-back Oleksandr Zinchenko, affectionately known as ‘Alex’ among his teammates, is making progress on the road to recovery following a troubling muscular injury.

Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, recently hinted at the player’s imminent return, raising hopes among the Gunners’ supporters.

  • Oleksandr Zinchenko, known for his recurring muscular injuries, is making good progress and is expected to return to Arsenal team training soon, according to Mikel Arteta.
  • His injuries have been a cause for concern, causing him to miss the entire pre-season tour.
  • Despite these setbacks, hopes are high for Zinchenko’s return to matches in the near future.

 

Oleksandr Zinchenko returns to training (via Arsenal.com)
Oleksandr Zinchenko returns to training (via Arsenal.com)

Arsenal’s Oleksandr Zinchenko has been troubled by recurring muscular injuries, causing concern for the club’s medical staff.

His recent absence from the team is the latest in a series of similar issues that the left-back has been grappling with.

Mikel Arteta’s update on Zinchenko’s injury

Despite the setbacks, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta recently provided a positive update.

“I think he’s close. I think he’s going to start training with the team and hopefully we’ll have him back very soon,” he shared, instilling hope among the team’s followers.

Zinchenko injury update - LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 02: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, gives instructions to Oleksandr Zinchenko during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on May 02, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND – MAY 02: Mikel Arteta, Manager of Arsenal, gives instructions to Oleksandr Zinchenko during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on May 02, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

Arteta had previously expressed regret about Zinchenko’s absence during the pre-season tour, saying, “With Alex, he had a muscular injury again unfortunately. He’s getting back – I think he’ll be back soon, but it’s a shame that he hasn’t been with us the whole tour.”

Following his recent calf injury, Zinchenko had been on individual training sessions, noticeably absent from the initial warm-ups.

While his recovery period was anticipated to last until now, there is a growing sense of optimism regarding his return to the pitch.

With the latest injury update from Arteta signalling Zinchenko’s impending return to team training, it’s a potentially positive turning point in the player’s road to recovery.

Arsenal fans will undoubtedly be eager to see their left-back reclaim his position on the field, contributing his skills and energy to the team’s success in the season ahead.