Arsenal Injury Update: Martin Odegaard, Riccardo Calafiori, and Mikel Merino Return Dates
Arsenal are navigating a growing injury crisis as they continue to perform well in key matches. Here’s the latest on their sidelined players:
Martin Odegaard
Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard is set to be out for an extended period due to a significant ankle injury sustained during international duty. Scans confirmed ligament damage, and while there’s hope it won’t be “months,” his return is projected for November 2024.
Riccardo Calafiori
The Italian left-back impressed on his full debut against Manchester City, even scoring an equalizer. However, he had to be replaced due to a lack of full match fitness. He is expected to return for the Carabao Cup clash against Bolton on September 25, 2024.
Mikel Merino
Mikel Merino, yet to debut for Arsenal due to a shoulder injury, is recovering well and was recently spotted without a sling. His return is anticipated after the next international break, likely in late October 2024.
Jurrien Timber
Timber has been a regular starter since the international break, though he came off in stoppage time against City. His fitness looks positive, and he could be ready to play again on September 25, 2024, against Bolton.
Oleksandr Zinchenko
Zinchenko has missed Arsenal’s last three matches due to a calf injury with no official updates on his status. His return date remains unknown.
Takehiro Tomiyasu
Tomiyasu has not featured this season due to a knee injury, and his recovery has been slow. There’s no imminent return, and a timeline is unknown.
Kieran Tierney
Still recovering from a serious hamstring injury sustained during Euro 2024, Tierney remains on the sidelines with no clear return date. Unknown return time.
Arsenal will be hoping to manage these injuries efficiently as they look to compete on multiple fronts this season.
Arsenal Injury Update: Martin Odegaard, Riccardo Calafiori, and Mikel Merino Return Dates
