Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has expressed optimism about the return of several injured players ahead of the club\u2019s Premier League opener against Manchester United on August 17.<\/p>\n
Gabriel Magalh\u00e3es, Riccardo Calafiori, and Jurrien Timber, all carrying injuries from the previous season, are expected to be available for the clash. Arteta confirmed, \u201cI don\u2019t think [they will be unavailable to face Man Utd], they\u2019ve been involved in the last few days so Gabriel, Calafoiri, Timber, the three of them will be available.\u201d<\/p>\n
New signing Kepa Arrizabalaga also missed the recent friendly due to a minor injury. Arteta assured that the absence was precautionary: \u201cHe felt something as well in the game against Newcastle. I think it\u2019s a matter of days probably. If that was the Premier League, he could have played but we decided not to take a risk.\u201d<\/p>\n
The only current uncertainty is Leandro Trossard, who experienced a muscular tweak during play and has been sent for scans to assess the injury’s severity. Arteta commented, \u201cHe felt a little tweak, I think he tried to turn and he was pushed and he felt something muscular so we\u2019ll have to assess him.\u201d<\/p>\n
Before the season starts at Old Trafford, Arsenal will face two Spanish opponents in friendlies: Villarreal and Athletic Club. These matches will be crucial in finalising the squad\u2019s fitness and readiness as the 2025\u201326 Premier League season approaches.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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