Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that midfielder Martin Ødegaard will be out of action for an unspecified period due to ligament damage in his ankle.
Injury Details
Arteta revealed the extent of Ødegaard’s injury, stating, “The scans showed he has some damage especially on one of the ligaments in the ankle.” This development follows recent concerns about the player’s fitness, as previously reported on 15 September.
Other Player Updates
In more positive news for Arsenal, Arteta confirmed that both Riccardo Calafiori and Bukayo Saka are fit and available for selection. This update comes after a period of uncertainty regarding Saka’s condition, which was highlighted in earlier reports.
Recent Context
The announcement about Ødegaard’s injury adds to a series of challenges for Arteta, who has recently addressed issues such as squad depth and refereeing decisions. The manager had previously acknowledged the impact of injuries on the team’s performance, including the sidelining of Tomiyasu in August.
Arsenal fans will be hoping for a swift recovery for Ødegaard, whose absence will be keenly felt in the upcoming fixtures.