Sad news as Arsenal Manager Mikel Arteta broke down in tears as another 2 Key player’s goes off injured during training ahead of Champions League Clash against Bayern Munich A very sad moment for Arsenal fans as the injury seems to be a career ending injury.💔 This came out of Nowhere 💔😥, Now we need them the most.
Mikel Arteta’s concerns over injuries at Arsenal appear to be relatively manageable during the March international break, with only a few key players nursing significant knocks. One player drawing attention is Brazilian winger Gabriel Martinelli, who was substituted just over an hour into Arsenal’s recent 6-0 victory over Sheffield United due to a foot cut. Arteta addressed Martinelli’s injury, along with other squad considerations, after the win.
Following Arsenal’s 2-1 triumph over Brentford, Martinelli was seen using crutches, indicating a precautionary measure to ensure proper healing of the foot cut. Ahead of Arsenal’s Champions League clash against Porto, Arteta provided an update, mentioning that Martinelli hadn’t participated in training but expressing hope for his recovery.
Martinelli’s withdrawal from the Brazil squad for the March internationals against England and Spain further emphasized the seriousness of his injury, with other key Selecao players also opting out due to knocks. Despite this setback, there’s optimism that Martinelli will be fit for Arsenal’s crucial Premier League showdown against Manchester City after the international break.
Martinelli’s previous performance against Manchester City, where he scored the winning goal, underlines his importance to Arteta’s strategy. Throughout the season, the 22-year-old has been a significant contributor for Arsenal, featuring in 25 Premier League matches and showcasing his versatility with six goals and four assists from the left wing. In addition to his domestic impact, Martinelli has made notable contributions in the Champions League, particularly against Sevilla and Lens, further highlighting his value to Arteta’s squad.