Arsenal Injury Update: Martinelli, Partey, and Timber Latest News and Return Dates

Arsenal faces a brief respite with a 19-day break between fixtures, providing an opportunity to manage their relatively small injury list.

Following their Champions League victory over Porto, the Gunners enjoyed a weekend off during the FA Cup, having bowed out to Liverpool. They now gear up for a crucial clash against Manchester City on March 31, after the international break.

Arsenal Injury Update Ahead of Man City Clash

Gabriel Martinelli:

• Withdrawn from Brazil squad for games against England and Spain due to a foot injury sustained against Sheffield United.
• Martinelli’s potential return remains uncertain as he was seen on crutches during Arsenal’s victory over Brentford.

Thomas Partey:

• Made appearances as a substitute against Sheffield United and Brentford following his recovery from a thigh injury.
• Elects to skip Ghana internationals to focus on regaining full fitness with Arsenal.
• Expected to be available for the clash against Manchester City on March 31.

Jurrien Timber:

• Dutch defender returns to first-team training in late February after suffering a knee injury in the Premier League season opener.
• Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta indicates a cautious approach to Timber’s reintroduction.
• No specific timeline was provided for his return, but hopes are high for a comeback later in the season, possibly in the spring or summer of 2024.

As the Gunners prepare for the business end of the season, the return of Martinelli, Partey, and Timber could provide a significant boost to their campaign aspirations.