Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that Gabriel Magalhaes is a major doubt for the Gunners’ Premier League fixture against Crystal Palace on Sunday.
The Brazilian defender was forced off during Arsenal’s Champions League clash with Atletico Madrid on Tuesday night after picking up “an issue” and has since been unable to train with the squad.
“Gabi had to leave the pitch with an issue, and he hasn’t been able to train yet,” Arteta told reporters on Friday. “So, let’s see how he evolves in the next 24 hours, whether he’s available or not for the weekend.”
Arteta also ruled out the return of Noni Madueke, Kai Havertz, and Martin Ødegaard within the next week, although he noted that their recoveries are progressing well.
“They are progressing really well,” he said. “They are starting to do certain activities. They are all super willing to be available as quickly as possible, but at the moment, none of them are yet in contention in the next week or so.”
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