Arsenal’s Injury and Suspension Update Ahead of Monaco Match: Zinchenko, Gabriel, Calafiori and  Ben White injury update…

Arsenal’s Injury and Suspension Update Ahead of Monaco Match: Zinchenko, Gabriel, Calafiori and  Ben White news

Arsenal aims to secure their place in the Champions League last-16 as they face Monaco in a crucial league phase match at the Emirates on Wednesday.

Mikel Arteta’s squad recently showcased their strength by defeating Sporting Lisbon 5-1, a team missing Ruben Amorim, which solidified their position among the top eight in the 36-team UCL standings.

However, their pursuit of the Premier League title faced a setback over the weekend, as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Fulham, ending a four-match winning streak across all competitions.

Below is a summary of Arsenal’s current injury and suspension status ahead of their encounter with Monaco, who are just one spot below them in the league phase standings.

Oleksandr Zinchenko

Status: Major doubt

Type of injury: Unspecified

Possible return date: December 11 (vs. Monaco)

Oleksandr Zinchenko missed the draw against Fulham due to an unspecified injury and is racing against time to be fit for the midweek fixture.

Riccardo Calafiori

Status: Major doubt

Type of injury: Knee

Possible return date: December 11 (vs. Monaco)

Riccardo Calafiori is also uncertain for the match against Monaco, as a previous knee injury appears to have recurred, prompting Arteta to exercise caution regarding his fitness.

Gabriel Magalhaes

Status: Major doubt

Type of injury: Unspecified

Possible return date: December 11 (vs. Monaco)

Gabriel Magalhaes has been sidelined for the last two matches due to an undisclosed issue, which he sustained during the victory over Sporting. His condition will be evaluated closely in the coming hours to assess his availability.

Ben White

Status: Out

Type of injury: Knee

Possible return date: Unknown

Ben White had surgery to address a chronic knee injury during the international break in November, and the England international is expected to be sidelined for several months.

Takehiro Tomiyasu

Status: Out

Type of injury: Knee

Possible return date: Unknown

Takehiro Tomiyasu aggravated an existing knee problem after his initial appearance of the season against Southampton in October, and there is currently no estimated timeline for his return as he remains away from London Colney.

ARSENAL’S SUSPENSION LIST

Arsenal has no players suspended for this match.