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_Arteta Provides Injury Update: Declan Rice to Miss Up to 5 Matches_
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has revealed that midfielder Declan Rice is set to miss up to five matches due to an ongoing injury issue.
_Rice’s Injury Woe_
Rice suffered the injury during Arsenal’s recent Premier League clash, and initial assessments suggested a minor setback. However, further evaluation has confirmed a more significant issue.
“Injury updates are always tricky, but Declan will likely miss 4-5 games,” Arteta confirmed.
_Missed Matches_
Rice is expected to sit out:
1. Champions League: Arsenal vs. Inter Milan (Oct 25)
2. Premier League: Arsenal vs. Tottenham (Oct 29)
3. Premier League: Arsenal vs. Manchester City (Nov 2)
4. Premier League: Arsenal vs. Leicester City (Nov 6)
5. (Potentially) Premier League: Arsenal vs. West Ham (Nov 12)
_Arteta’s Assessment_
“Declan’s injury is unfortunate, but we have a strong squad,” Arteta said. “We’ll adapt and find solutions.”
_Replacement Options_
Arteta may turn to:
– Thomas Partey
– Ethan Nwaneri
– Mohamed Elneny
– Jorginho
_Rice’s Impact_
Rice’s absence will be felt, given his:
– 4 goals, 2 assists in 10 appearances this season
– 83.5% pass completion rate
_Return Timeline_
Rice is expected to return after the November international break, with Arsenal’s match against Liverpool (Nov 26) a potential target.
_Arteta’s Message_
“We’ll support Declan’s recovery and welcome him back stronger,” Arteta emphasized.
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