Concerns have emerged at Arsenal after four first-team players missed Monday’s training session ahead of their crucial UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg against Atletico Madrid.
Captain Martin Ødegaard, forward Kai Havertz, defender Jurrien Timber, and midfielder Mikel Merino were all absent from the open training session as preparations intensify for the decisive European tie.
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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta had earlier suggested there was optimism around the fitness of some of the sidelined players following their 3–0 Premier League victory over Fulham, but their absence from training has raised fresh doubts over their availability.
There was better news for the squad as Bukayo Saka returned to full training after recovering from injury. The winger also featured in the win against Fulham, providing a timely boost ahead of the Champions League clash.
Arsenal will now continue preparations while closely monitoring the fitness of their key players as they aim to secure a place in the final of the competition.
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