Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has given the latest injury update ahead of the Premier League match against Sunderland at the Stadium of Light this weekend. Speaking at his pre-match press conference, Arteta confirmed that there are no new injury concerns and the squad remains unchanged from recent weeks. However, several key players remain sidelined as Arsenal prepares for this important fixture.
The absentees include striker Viktor Gyokeres, who will miss out due to a hamstring injury, alongside Kai Havertz, Martin Ødegaard, Noni Madueke, and Gabriel Martinelli. Arteta expressed cautious optimism about their return after the upcoming international break, particularly highlighting Kai Havertz and Martin Ødegaard’s potential availability for the North London derby against Tottenham Hotspur on November 23.
The biggest positive news surrounds Gabriel Jesus, who has recently returned to full training following an extended recovery period from an ACL injury. Arteta praised Jesus’s energy and enthusiasm, although he emphasized a careful, step-by-step approach to his reintegration with competitive teammates.
Arsenal arrives at Sunderland in excellent form, equalling a club record for clean sheets this season and aiming for an 11th consecutive victory across all competitions. Meanwhile, Sunderland is also battling injuries to key players, which could impact the dynamics of the game.
This match will test Arsenal’s squad depth, but with key players nearing a return and the team riding a wave of confidence, Arteta’s side remains a formidable force in the Premier League.
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