According to Arsenal’s latest fitness update via their official website, centre-back Sokratis has returned to full training after a spell on the sidelines with illness.
The Greek star has missed Arsenal’s last two games and the club report that the 31-year-old will be ‘assessed’ ahead of Monday evening’s FA Cup 4th Round clash against Bournemouth.
Sokratis’ touted return couldn’t have come at a better time as David Luiz will be suspended for the trip to the Vitality Stadium after being sent off in our 2-2 draw against rivals Chelsea.
Luiz was forced into making a rash challenge following an error from Shkodran Mustafi, Sokratis’ return to action will hopefully steady a nervy backline.
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The Gunners have been dismal at the back this season, the north London outfit have conceded the second-most goals (34) of teams in the top eleven of the Premier League.