The Champions League has had some success to bring too as Wednesday night saw the north London outfit confirm qualification and top spot with a 6-0 thrashing over RC Lens. Not only were the goals a huge bonus for spectators, but it also allowed Mikel Arteta to make some key changes from the bench.
The Spaniard will be keen to manage the minutes of his players to avoid an injury pile up during an especially busy part of the campaign. With Wolves the next clash to focus on, there are only a few injury concerns left, so with that said, here's a look at the latest updates.
Emile Smith Rowe
Smith Rowe has been unlucky with injuries again this season, this time nursing a knee issue. He was omitted from the matchday squad to face Burnley earlier this month. football.london understands that the talented playmaker won't be back until next month.
Injury: Knee
Expected return date: N/A
What Arteta has said: "It is a possibility [that he will return for January]. Emile has already been on the pitch doing some jogging. He’s a quick healer. Thomas [Partey] the same. We need them to be back at their best."
Thomas Partey
Partey has undergone a 'procedure' which is set to keep him out for the remainder of the year, football.london understands.
Injury: Thigh
Expected return date: N/A
What Arteta has said: "It is a possibility [that he will return for January]. Emile [Smith Rowe] has already been on the pitch doing some jogging. He’s a quick healer. Thomas the same. We need them to be back at their best."
Fabio Vieira
Vieira missed Tuesday's open training session at the club's London Colney base, with Arteta then confirming that the Portuguese midfielder has undergone an operation on a groin issue.Injury: Groin
Expected return date: N/A
What Arteta has said: "Yeah we’ve got a problem with him. He’s been having some discomfort. We sent him to see a specialist and the advice was to have an operation in his groin. He did that yesterday. We don’t expect him back this side of the winter break."
Jurrien Timber
Timber has undergone successful surgery, football.london understands, and he's now in the 'recovery phase' of his rehabilitation. The Dutchman has been sorely missed, especially with the club failing to find a suitable replacement in the summer transfer window. Worrying reports from Dutch media have suggested that Timber could miss out on a spot in the Netherlands squad for Euro 2024, throwing into doubt his return with Arsenal next year.
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Fabio Vieira, Emile Smith Rowe - Arsenal injury news and return dates ahead of Lens clash
Injury: ACL
Expected return date : N/A.
What Arteta has said: "Well I hope so [be back on the grass soon]. He’s been for a few walks out on the field. He’s still a bit far from competing but he’s in a good place."
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