“He’s the bad stone in this Arsenal team, he has become a liability and if Arteta is not careful, he will lose the PL battle because of this player”- Arsenal Legend. Thierry Henry addresses the Arsenal star who appears to be the ‘problem’ and suffered a lot during Arsenal’s 2-0 victory over Luton Town last night.
Arsenal’s recent 2-0 win over Luton showcased a general sense of comfort among most players, yet one standout player struggled against the relegation-threatened Luton side, as noted by Arsenal legend Thierry Henry.
During the Premier League encounter at the Emirates Stadium, Henry observed Oleksandr Zinchenko’s difficulties against Andros Townsend, who posed a challenge for the Ukrainian international in his first appearance since February. Despite Gabriel Magalhaes offering support, Zinchenko appeared rusty, sparking concerns regarding his form and fitness.
Speaking on Sky Sports, Henry acknowledged Luton’s commendable performance while underscoring Townsend’s effectiveness in unsettling Zinchenko. Despite Zinchenko’s recent recovery from a calf injury, his below-par showing against Luton raised doubts about his readiness for future challenges.
Given Zinchenko’s performance, it’s probable that Jakub Kiwior, who has impressed in Zinchenko’s absence, will maintain his starting role for the critical Champions League clash against Bayern Munich. While recognizing Zinchenko’s abilities, his struggle against Townsend may not have adequately prepared him for the level of competition he’d face in a high-stakes Champions League quarter-final.
