Arsenal are set to receive further information on Christos Tzolis after the winger was forced off injured during Greece’s 2-2 draw with the Netherlands in the Nations League.
According to Sky Sports News, the £34 million summer signing for the Gunners is expected to return to North London this weekend for further assessment as the club seeks to establish the extent of the problem and how long he could be unavailable.
The 18-minute appearance in Thessaloniki was cut short when the Arsenal player was unable to continue, adding an unwanted concern for Mikel Arteta during the international break.
Another Fitness Concern for Arsenal
Tzolis’ injury comes at an inconvenient time for Arsenal, who are already managing several fitness concerns across the squad.
William Saliba remains sidelined with a back problem and could reportedly be unavailable until December, while Cristhian Mosquera has been dealing with a muscle issue.
Ben White has also experienced a groin problem and continues to be monitored by the club.Jurrien Timber has returned to action but is still being carefully managed following his previous injury problems.
Declan Rice, meanwhile, withdrew from the England squad because of concerns surrounding his physical workload rather than a confirmed major injury.
Kai Havertz’s injury is the recent concern for the Gunners.
The growing list of fitness issues leaves Arsenal with another situation to assess before the club returns to Premier League action.
A Potential Problem in the Title Race
Arsenal’s squad depth is likely to be tested as the season enters a demanding phase. Injuries can become particularly significant when a team is competing for the Premier League title, with domestic fixtures often arriving alongside European and cup commitments.
Tzolis’ absence, if extended, would provide Arteta with another selection problem and potentially reduce his options in attacking areas. The extent of the winger’s injury remains unclear, however, and Arsenal will wait for the results of further medical assessment before determining the appropriate recovery timeline.
The timing is also notable given Arsenal’s recent setback against Brighton, where they suffered a 3-0 defeat before the international break. Arteta will therefore be hoping that Tzolis’ injury proves to be minor and that the club can welcome him back quickly.For now, Arsenal’s priority will be establishing the full extent of the problem when Tzolis returns to the club.
With the Premier League campaign entering another crucial period, the Gunners will be eager to avoid adding another long-term absence to an already challenging injury list.Venue: Toumba Stadium, Thessaloniki.
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