Leandro Trossard returned to action in style against Fulham on Sunday but, after the game, Mikel Arteta revealed the player probably should have been out a lot longer with the injury he picked up against Bournemouth.
As Arsenal enter the critical stage of the title run-in, some of their first-team players have reportedly sought private physiotherapy sessions outside of the club’s medical staff.
Amario Cozier-Duberry returned from injury to train with the Arsenal senior side this week, in an encouraging update for the academy teams.
Arsenal are set to welcome a couple of players back against Fulham after a number of midweek absences through illness and injury.
Nicolas Pepe is yet to return to the pitch with OGC Nice after injury, but he’s making progress as he closes in on a comeback.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has urged fans to be patient with striker Gabriel Jesus when he returns from his three-month layoff due to a knee injury sustained during last year’s World Cup as he explained what he needs to return to playing.
Arsenal haven’t ruled out the possibility of Gabriel Jesus travelling to Lisbon for the Europa League last-16 first leg on Thursday, but it’s currently unlikely.
Arsenal loanee Mika Biereth made his return to the pitch for RKC Waalwijk as a substitute against PSV Eindhoven on Sunday, after over a month out.
Arsenal are expected to be without Leandro Trossard and Eddie Nketiah against Sporting CP on Thursday, but early assessments on Trossard have been positive.
Gabriel Jesus took part in Arsenal’s post-match warm-down after their game against Bournemouth, including a small-sided training match.
On a largely positive Saturday for Arsenal, the one major concern following the win over Bournemouth was the fitness of Leandro Trossard.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta gave a team injury update during his pre-match press conference ahead of their game against Bournemouth on Saturday, discussing the progress of several players who have been dealing with problems.
Tyreece John-Jules is closing in on a return to full training with Ipswich Town, but manager Kieran McKenna is staying cautious with him.