Arsenal Injury Update: Martinelli Ruled Out as Arteta Faces Tough Burnley Test
Arsenal Injury Update brings both frustration and faint hope for Mikel Arteta ahead of the weekend clash with Burnley. The Spanish boss confirmed that Gabriel Martinelli won’t make the trip to Turf Moor, still struggling with the groin issue that flared up in last week’s narrow 1–0 win over Crystal Palace. It’s a setback the Gunners could’ve done without, but there’s cautious optimism as other names edge closer to a return. For deeper insights and numbers behind Arsenal’s season so far, our expert Football Premier League Stats break down the trends that could shape their title push.
- Martinelli ruled out of Arsenal’s trip to Burnley with a lingering groin issue.
- Saliba faces a late fitness test after ankle discomfort during last week’s win.
- Key players like Havertz, Ødegaard, and Madueke could return after the international break.
- Arsenal remain top of the Premier League heading into a tricky Turf Moor clash.
William Saliba remains the major question mark. The French defender, who left the pitch at halftime against Palace, continues to battle ankle discomfort. “We have to wait and see,” Arteta said, giving little away but sounding hopeful it’s nothing long-term. Still, it’s another reminder of how fragile the margins are at this level, one tweak, one missed session, and suddenly your defensive rhythm is gone.
Elsewhere, there’s a glimmer of good news. Kai Havertz, Martin Ødegaard, and Noni Madueke are back in light training and targeting a comeback right after the international break. That would be huge for Arsenal, especially with the North London derby looming. Arteta admitted, “They’re desperate to return. You can see the hunger.” And you can sense it too, that mix of impatience and ambition inside the camp.
Gabriel Jesus, meanwhile, continues his steady recovery from ACL surgery earlier this year. He’s reportedly close to rejoining full training in December, which could hand Arsenal a timely boost for the busy winter stretch. Even with absences piling up, the Gunners sit comfortably at the top of the table, unbeaten in 11 straight visits to Turf Moor. Not bad for a side missing several of its key forwards.
Burnley aren’t without problems either, with Zeki Amdouni and Connor Roberts sidelined, but Scott Parker insists his side will make life difficult. “We’ve got to make it a battle,” he said. Maybe he’s right. Still, if Arsenal can channel their resilience once again, they’ll have every reason to believe this patch of adversity won’t derail their title charge. For now, fans and analysts alike will be keeping an eye on those Football Premier League Stats to see whether the numbers back up the optimism.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta confirmed that William Saliba and Gabriel Martinelli will miss the upcoming Carabao Cup tie against Brighton, while Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, and Riccardo Calafiori are fit to play. Arteta emphasized the need to manage player workloads carefully amid a packed schedule, aiming to keep the squad competitive during a crucial stretch. Source: mirror.co.uk.
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