262 absences, Arsenal in crisis, hires external expert - Gazeta Express
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football

Express newspaper

02/05/2026 12:24

262 absences, Arsenal in crisis, hires external expert

football

Express newspaper

02/05/2026 12:24

Arsenal are facing a serious injury crisis at a crucial moment in the season, taking urgent measures to avoid greater consequences in the Premier League title race.

According to reports from The Telegraph, the London club has hired a physiotherapist from outside their medical staff to analyze and better understand the reasons for the high number of injuries that have hit the team this season.

The figures are alarming: Arsenal players have missed a total of 262 matches for club and international this season, a significantly higher number compared to direct rivals Manchester City, who have recorded 212 absences.

This situation could have a direct impact on Arsenal's title ambitions, as the numerous absences have limited the coach's options and affected the consistency of results.

Club leaders are now looking for concrete answers, trying to identify whether the problem is related to training methodology, physical load or other internal factors.

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