Arsenal Faces Injury Crisis: David Raya’s Limping Exit Sparks Concern After Man City Draw
Arsenal are facing a significant injury concern following their 2-2 draw against Manchester City, as goalkeeper David Raya was seen limping and sporting a bandage on his leg after the match.
David Raya leaves Etihad Stadium ‘limping’ and with a bandage on his leg 😬
— Mail Sport (@MailSport) September 22, 2024
This does not look good for Arsenal fans… 🤕 pic.twitter.com/0Recz92jLJ
Raya put in a strong performance, making crucial saves that kept Arsenal in the game, especially after Leandro Trossard’s red card left them with ten men for much of the second half.
The Gunners are scheduled to play Bolton Wanderers in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday and then host Leicester City in the Premier League on Saturday.
With several key players already sidelined, including Martin Ødegaard, Mikel Merino, Oleksandr Zinchenko, Takehiro Tomiyasu, and Kieran Tierney, Mikel Arteta may face a selection headache if Raya’s injury proves serious.
Tommy Setford, the third-choice goalkeeper, has not been included in recent matchday squads, and Neto is cup-tied after playing for Bournemouth in the competition this season.
This situation may force Arsenal to rely on Raya for the midweek match or turn to one of their youth goalkeepers. Further tests will be conducted to assess the severity of Raya’s injury, and the club will hope for a positive outcome.
Arsenal Faces Injury Crisis: David Raya’s Limping Exit Sparks Concern After Man City Draw
