Mikel Arteta delivered Arsenal’s injury update ahead of their Champions League match with Club Brugge, confirming that Declan Rice is out due to illness, Leandro Trossard injury, and William Saliba unavailable.
The Gunners are once again dealing with an intense injury crisis, with key players like Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Martinelli, and Micky van de Ven already managing limited minutes or long-term layoffs.
Mikel Arteta praised the returns of Gabriel Martinelli and noted the incredible progress made by Gabriel in his recovery. Still the limited availability of players like Calafiori and Viktor Gyökeres leaves the team thin in crucial areas.
When asked about potential January transfers, Arteta remained focused on recovering the current squad rather than looking for reinforcements, although he acknowledged how vital the next few weeks will be for defining Arsenal’s season in both the Premier League and the Champions League.
