Arsenal has encountered a setback with Jurrien Timber sustaining a long-term injury, which has raised serious concerns about his absence from the squad.
Despite having recently joined the Emirates as part of this transfer window, Timber had demonstrated his potential during the preseason, solidifying his reputation as a promising player.
Timber was chosen to start Arsenal’s opening match of the season at left-back, a role that could have also been filled by Kieran Tierney, who naturally occupies that position.
Recent reports indicate that Timber is slated to undergo significant surgery, leading to a considerable period of absence from the pitch. This development poses a significant blow for Arsenal.
However, the team has received a positive update through Oleksandr Zinchenko, who is now fully recovered from his own injury. A report from Football London reveals that Zinchenko is set to return to action in Arsenal’s upcoming game.
Although Zinchenko has been back from injury for a while, Arsenal has exercised caution in not rushing his return. This news presents a positive boost for the Gunners as they navigate their squad adjustments due to Timber’s unfortunate injury.
Just Arsenal Opinion
Zinchenko is our most reliable left-back at the moment and the defender has been missed.
It is good that he is back and we now have a natural player for that position and that will see us improve in our next game if he is in the team.
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With Zinchenko reportedly back and could be available for our Epl away match to Crystal Palace next Sunday night. And also with the duo of Tomiyansu and Tierney equally available for selection for the match.. Arteta will not be under any serious pressure. As the trio top quality left back specialist Gunners will step up to more than fill the void in the team left back position. Which the ACL injury suffered by Timber has left behind in the position.
Therefore, I think Arteta should be calmed and remain calmed not be over worrying himself as to what he should now do overcome the injury to Timber could cause to his Arsenal team games winning performance. For, the Timber’s injury will not cause any regression to his team. As when any of the 3 available left backs is started/played will be more able to cope to deal with the absence of Timber in the team. And will excellently deal with the unwarranted unfortunate situation as if it hasn’t happened.
With Zinchenko reportedly back and could be available for our Epl away match to Crystal Palace next Sunday night. And also with the duo of Tomiyansu and Tierney equally available for selection for the match.. Arteta will not be under any serious pressure. As the trio top quality left back specialist Gunners will step up to be more than able to fill the void in the team left back position. Which the ACL injury suffered by Timber has left behind in the position.
Therefore, I think Arteta should be calmed and remain calmed not be over worrying himself as to what he should now do to overcome the injury by Timber could cause to his Arsenal team games winning performance. For, the Timber’s injury will not cause any regression to his team. As when any of the 3 available left backs is started/played will be more than able to cope to deal with the absence of Timber in the team. And will excellently deal with the unwarranted unfortunate situation as if it hasn’t happened.
Timber is solid but Zinchenko is mercurial. With Rice around, Zinchenko will be able invert and play much better without much defensive frailties. No one gives Arsenal that unpredictable creativity and flair like Zinchenko.
Yes Mike.
We are much better in possesion and technically with Zinc playing.
He just needs a surport in the edges left when he cuts into midfield.
So we paid 105m for a player who will cover the defensive deficiencies of a guy who is played as an inverted LB but is naturally a left sided midfielder?I understood Arteta was keen to see Rice in a more advanced role than he played at West Ham or indeed he plays with England.He is going to have a lot on his plate unless of course our Manager has a change of heart and plays guys where they perform best.Maybe I am just a naive old man but why complicate a game which is basically simple?
Grandad,
Its not like when Zinck cuts into mid (a very good passer and technical) he is not helping the team.
Players should complement each other and Zhaka kept on helping on the left flank in some of the games.Rice should do the same and as well his natural position. They are not glued to their positions.