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  • Saka injury doesn’t look good – Arteta

    Saka injury doesn’t look good – Arteta

    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has spoken about the injury sustained by winger Bukayo Saka.

    The young English star, who was in outstanding form, came off against Lens in the Champions League with a hamstring problem.

    Saka was a doubt for the game, with Arteta risking his youngster’s fitness for the group stage game.

    Speaking to TNT Sports, he said: “It wasn’t an action, it was a back heel and he felt something and he wasn’t comfortable to continue.”

    When talking to TV Sport 2 about the injury, Arteta added: “It doesn’t look good.”

    The Gunners take on Manchester City in the Premier League at the weekend.

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  • Manchester United suffer Martinez injury blow

    Manchester United suffer Martinez injury blow

    Manchester United have announced Lisandro Martinez will be sidelined for an “extended period” after aggravating the foot injury he suffered towards the end of last season.

    The Argentina defender sustained a fractured metatarsal in April’s Europa League quarter-final first leg against Sevilla, keeping him out for around two months.

    Martinez is now looking at a similar timescale after United confirmed he had suffered a setback.

    The club said: “Lisandro Martinez will be out of action for an extended period due to an aggravation of the foot injury he suffered in April.

    “The Argentinian defender experienced the setback in our Premier League game against Arsenal earlier this month.

    “Martinez bravely continued playing for the following two games against Brighton and Bayern Munich.

    “But it has now been determined that he needs a period on the sidelines for recovery and rehabilitation. Assessment is ongoing to decide next steps.”

    United have a number of injury issues to deal with and have confirmed Sergio Reguilon will be among those absent against Crystal Palace on Saturday.

    The club said: “Sergio Reguilon will also be absent from this Saturday’s Premier League game against Crystal Palace with a minor injury.”

  • Pochettino admits knee setback for EPL record signing

    Pochettino admits knee setback for EPL record signing

    Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino spoke about the fitness of several of his star players.

    The Argentine was asked about players who were absent from their game against Bournemouth, but had not previously been declared injured.

    After the 0-0 draw on Sunday, during which the Blues missed countless chances to score, Pochettino stated to reporters:

    “Marc Cucurella had a fever yesterday so was at home and not training, and today it continued.

    “Noni Madueke came back from his national team with a muscle problem.

    “Moises Caicedo came back with a knock to his knee.

    “We need to assess them tomorrow, but that is why they was not available, along with another 10 or 11 players who were missing.”

  • Olivier Giroud forced out of France win

    Olivier Giroud forced out of France win

    AC Milan striker Olivier Giroud suffered an ankle injury in action for France last night.

    Giroud started France’s Euro2024 qualifying win against the Republic of Ireland.

    However, the veteran limped off on 25 minutes after being seen clutching his ankle. He suffered the injury earlier, but couldn’t carry on and asked to be substituted.

    The 36-year-old removed his boot and was visibly in pain as he left the pitch.

    Giroud now risks missing next week’s derby against Inter Milan.

  • Ten Hag confirms Hojlund preseason injury

    Ten Hag confirms Hojlund preseason injury

    Summer signing Rasmus Hojlund will miss Manchester United’s opening game of the Premier League season.

    Manager Erik ten Hag has outlined that Hojlund has a slight injury that requires him to rest for a few weeks.

    The Denmark forward is not thought to have any serious or long-term issues with the ailment.

    “It’s difficult to say how that process will go, but I think he’s making good progress at this moment. We have to see day by day how the progress will go, then we have to follow up,” Ten Hag told  .

    “Of course when he’s available and he’s here so you have the option to play, but we don’t expect him in that short notice to be 100 per cent fit. So we have to wait sometime more. We need all positions doubled because of the number of games.

    “We need the competition, you always have to deal with suspensions and injuries, with the form of players. Also from a technical perspective, we need double positioning and yes you need good players, but also every player needs perspective to play.

    “I’m happy with the squad and I want a strong squad and competition in the squad so I’m happy with the current players who are in, so if we go with the squad into the season, that’s fine.”

  • Kelechi Iheanacho out for rest of the season

    Kelechi Iheanacho out for rest of the season

    Super Eagles forward Kelechi Iheanacho is set to miss a number of weeks for Leicester after picking up an injury against Leeds United.

    The Foxes manager, Dean Smith announced the severity of the injury during Friday’s press conference.

    “He’s got a tear in his adductor muscle,” Smith informed the media.

    “He’s out for a number of weeks. I’m not going to rule him out for the rest of the season, but it’s going to be tough to get him back. Hopefully, we can.”

    Iheanacho has scored two goals in his last three appearances for the former Premier League champions.

    The 26-year-old played a key role in the equalising goal against Leeds United at Elland Road.

    Smith admitted the Nigerian’s injury is a big blow for his side.

    “It’s a blow. He came on at half-time against Man City and did ever so well. He played really well in the Wolves game as well. He scored the penalty and created chances,” he said.

    “His all-round displays have been really good, so it’ll be a loss, but it’s an opportunity for others.”

    Leicester City will face Everton in their next Premier League game on Monday.

  • Serie A : Napoli gives update on Osimhen’s injury

    Serie A : Napoli gives update on Osimhen’s injury

    Victor Osimhen  resumed training with his Napoli teammate on Thursday and may be available for selection for the Partenopei’s next Serie A  game on Saturday.

    The pointman has been ruled out of Napoli’s last two games due to a muscle injury he sustained while on an assignment for Nigeria.

    The 24-year-old also sat out Wednesday night’s 1-0 defeat to AC Milan at the San Siro.

    The Partenopei provided an update on Osimhen’s fitness on their official website on Thursday.

    “Osimhen did part of the group work and part individually on the pitch,” reads the statement.

    The 24-year-old is expected to make an appearance in Napoli’s Serie A clash against Hellas Verona on Saturday.

  • Xavi admits injury concerns ahead of Man Utd clash

    Xavi admits injury concerns ahead of Man Utd clash

    Barcelona coach Xavi admits he has injury concerns facing Manchester United in their Europa League playoff second-leg.

    The tie is delicately poised following last week’s thrilling 2-2 draw at the Nou Camp.

    And Barca boss Xavi is facing a potential selection headache ahead of Thursday’s return fixture.

    Gavi’s yellow card in the first leg means he is suspended, while Pedri is also out after he limped off in the same game.

    But elsewhere, Xavi has been left sweating on whether key duo Robert Lewandowski and Frenkie de Jong will be match fit.

    The Barca gaffer said: “Frenkie de Jong and Robert Lewandowski played more minutes.

    “I think they have been playing a lot of minutes, that’s why I made the changes. The other day Pedri was injured, and we can’t afford more injuries.

    “Let’s prepare for Thursday’s game from tomorrow and see how tired they are.”

  • Man Utd left sweating on Eriksen injury scan

    Man Utd left sweating on Eriksen injury scan

    Manchester United midfielder Christian Eriksen has handed manager Erik ten Hag an injury headache.

    Eriksen will undergo a scan to determine the extent of his injury after being seen leaving Old Trafford on crutches following Saturday’s FA Cup victory over Reading.

    The Danish midfielder is waiting to find out how long he faces on the sidelines with concerning footage shared by a fan on Twitter showing him hobbling out of Manchester United’s home ground.

    Eriksen can be seen wearing a grey protective boot and using the aid of two crutches as he exits the stadium after being caught by Reading striker Andy Carroll.

    United manager Ten Hag confirmed he didn’t know how long Eriksen’s injury break could be, admitting in Saturday’s post-match press conference that a diagnosis couldn’t be made until Sunday.

    The Dutchman explained: “It’s always difficult to say in this moment so short after the game has finished.

    “But it’s an ankle [injury]. We have to see what is the diagnosis, so it costs us a minimum of 24 hours before we know that and then I can say more.”

  • EPL: Alex Iwobi’s return date revealed by Everton’s Medics

    EPL: Alex Iwobi’s return date revealed by Everton’s Medics

    Super Eagles and Everton midfielder, Alex Iwobi’s return date has been revealed by the Toffees medics after a scan was carried out on the player’s ankle injury.

    According to the medics’ report, the player will be back in exactly two weeks’ time.

    Recall that Iwobi was badly brought down by Tyrell Malacia in Everton’s Emirates FA Cup 3-1 defeat to Manchester United at Old Trafford on Friday night.

    Iwobi’s injury was initially feared that it would be a lengthy one but the Everton medics have allayed such fears.

    “Appreciate The Love, Back Soon,” Iwobi wrote on his Twitter handle.

    The 26-year-old has played every minute of Everton’s 18 Premier League games this season.

    The Nigeria international has been voted Everton’s best player so far this season after putting up impressive performances on a regular basis for the Toffees.