Arsenal have been bolstered by the return of injured defender Riccardo Calafiori and midfielder Ethan Nwaneri, manager Mikel Arteta said, as they get ready to resume their Champions League campaign against Dinamo Zagreb on Wednesday.
Nwaneri’s return is timely given Arsenal are light on options in attack. The 17-year-old scored in back-to-back games before his injury, emerging as an option on the right flank in the absence of Bukayo Saka. “It was a big setback because he (Nwaneri) was getting some consistency and more minutes,” said Arteta.
Riccardo Calafiori has fully recovered from his latest injury as Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta confirmed he will be available for the Gunners’ Champions League clash against Dinamo Zagreb.The Italy
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Riccardo Calafiori has shared an Arsenal training ground update as the club prepare for a Champions League clash with Dinamo Zagreb.
A cheery Mikel Arteta announced he had "very positive news" when it came to Arsenal's myriad of injuries ahead of the club's Champions League tie with Dinamo Zagreb on Wednesday night.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has spoken on a number of topics in his latest press conference ahead of Saturday's game against Aston Villa.
Arsenal remain without Bukayo Saka and William Saliba, but they have recovered two of their injured players ahead of facing Dinamo Zagreb.
Mikel Arteta's defensive woes are set to deepen with the anticipated absence of star defender William Saliba for the next fortnight, forcing a reshuffle in his backline. This comes at a crucial juncture for the Gunners as they strive to keep pace with Premier League leaders Liverpool and secure a direct entry into the Champions League group stage.
Arsenal have been dealt a blow after William Saliba was absent from training ahead of their Champions League clash with Dinamo Zagreb. However, Riccardo Calafiori and Ethan Nwaneri were able to join their team-mates on Tuesday afternoon.
William Saliba has handed Arsenal a rare injury boost after manager Mikel Arteta confirmed the defender is set to be available to face Manchester City on February 2.