Zubimendi Close to Arsenal Return, Hincapie Still Sidelined, Says Arteta
Mikel Arteta said Zubimendi is improving and could face Nottingham Forest, while Hincapie is expected to miss another week or two.
- Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta confirmed on Friday that midfielder Martin Zubimendi could return for Sunday's Premier League match against Nottingham Forest, though defender Piero Hincapie remains sidelined for several weeks following an ankle injury.
- Both players suffered ankle injuries during a training session following Arsenal's 2-1 win over Leeds United last week. While Zubimendi is recovering quickly, Hincapie faces a more significant layoff, according to Arteta's assessment.
- "He will probably need another week or two," Arteta told reporters on Friday, regarding Hincapie's recovery. Zubimendi's availability depends on his performance during the final training session before the Forest match.
- Without Hincapie, Arsenal lacks natural left-back depth, forcing Arteta to deploy Myles Lewis-Skelly in that position. This tactical shift reduces midfield options, making Zubimendi's potential return crucial for squad balance against Forest.
- Arsenal's injury concerns extend beyond the midfield, as forward Christos Tzolis remains sidelined with a muscle injury sustained on international duty and defender William Saliba continues recovery from a back problem.
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Oct 16 (Reuters) - Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said Martin Zubimendi could return for Sunday's Premier League match against Nottingham Forest, but Piero Hincapie is expected to remain sidelined after both players picked up injuries last week.
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Oct 16 : Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said Martin Zubimendi could return for Sunday's Premier League match against Nottingham Forest, but Piero Hincapie is expected to remain sidelined after both players picked up injuries last week.• The duo suffered ankle injuries during a training session following Arsenal'
Mikel Arteta has left open the possibility of Martin Thubimendi returning for Arsenal's Premier League clash with Nottingham Forest on Sunday (18/10), but Piero Incapie is expected to remain out of action after both players suffered ankle problems in training last week, after ... More www.ertnews.gr
‘Much better’: Mikel Arteta says Martin Zubimendi could be available to face Nottingham Forest
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta remains optimistic that midfielder Martin Zubimendi will be fit for Sunday's Premier League clash against Nottingham Forest away from home. The Gunners suffered a dismal 3-0 league loss at Brighton & Hove Albion before the international break, but have since responded with back-to-back wins in all competitions. They will aim to
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