Academy Players That Are Likely To Play Arsenal’s Next Matches Following Martin Odegaard And Other Players’ Injury
Martin Odegaard suffered a very worrying injury during the international game just days before the important North London derby on Sunday 15th September.
The Gunners captain suffered a serious leg injury while representing Norway in their UEFA Nations League B home match against Austria. Martin Odegaard was taken off in the 67th minute for a problem and was ruled out by two physios, with the creative midfielder looking unable to walk without assistance.
Ødegaard has played a vital role for club and country. He is one of the most creative players in the Premier League and played a key role in Arsenal’s last two title challenges. News of his injury will worry fans ahead of Sunday’s crucial derby as manager Mikel Arteta may have to field a very limited squad for the game.
As well as the captain, Ricardo Calafiori is also suspected to be injured following a minor injury during the international break. Declan Rice is suspended and Takehiro Tomiyasu and new signing Mikel Merino are also out with injury.
Ødegaard has played a vital role for club and country, he is one of the most creative players in the Premier League and played a key role in Arsenal’s last two title challenges.
News of his injury will worry fans ahead of Sunday’s crucial derby as manager Mikel Arteta may have to field a very limited squad for the game.
Fans will take comfort in the good news that Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus is expected to be available in time for Monday’s game against the Lilywhites. Of course, despite the possibility of Jesus’ absence, Kai Havertz is expected to start up front.
With some first-team players missing ahead of the game, Arsenal may have to rely on their academy stars, with Ethan Nwaneri, Miles Lewis-Skelly, Ayden Heaven, and Josh Nicholls likely to be included on the squad of the day for the big game – Young goalkeeper Tommy Setford could also be included in the squad.
