Arsenal Crisis Deepens: Star Player Forced Off in International Duty Ahead of Crucial North London Derby
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is facing the prospect of a North London Derby next Sunday without two members of his regular starting line-up.
Injuries sustained on international duty have threatened to disrupt Arteta’s preparation and Arsenal might have to protect their incredible defensive record with an adapted back line.
Tottenham Hotspur could be poised to move into the top three when they visit the Emirates Stadium and it was an injury picked up in an international friendly played on Arsenal’s own turf that might force the Gunners to find a defensive alternative in a week’s time.
International injuries deal Arsenal a dual defensive injury blow
Brazil defeated Senegal in an international friendly at the Emirates on Saturday thanks to goals from Estevao of Chelsea and Manchester United midfielder Casemiro in the first half.
In the middle of the second half, Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes limped off in obvious discomfort to be replaced by Roma youngster Wesley. Brazil boss Carlo Ancelotti described the problem as an adductor injury after the match but wasn’t able to issue an immediate update.
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