Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says Noni Madueke was “really concerned” that he had suffered another serious knee injury when he was substituted in England’s 1-1 draw with Uruguay last week.
The winger was seen leaving Wembley limping badly with a strap on the left leg. However, Arteta has confirmed that the injury was nowhere near as serious as initially feared:
“It looked really bad. Noni was really worried, especially after what happened in his other knee, about being out for a few weeks and he had to be out for six weeks.”
“But no, it’s nowhere near the injury. That was really good news.”
Madueke is expected to be back in a few days
The 24-year-old missed 12 games earlier this season with a right knee injury and while he is unlikely to miss as much this time around, he will not be ready to face Southampton in the FA Cup quarter-finals this weekend.
Asked whether Madueke could be back in action in a few days, Arteta replied: “I think so.” That is a very good sign.
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Arteta gave no overview of each player’s fitness. You can Read our comprehensive update from earlier this week here. However, he provided an update on several members of the first team ahead of the FA Cup game.
Captain Martin Odegaard has recovered from a knee problem that has kept him sidelined since the North London derby, while Jurrien Timber is also set to return from an ankle injury.
Eberechi Eze remains under treatment for a calf problem but Arteta hinted the midfielder could make a comeback sooner than expected. He is currently expected to be unavailable for another four weeks having missed the Carabao Cup final last month.
Read more about the Arsenal First Team Squad for 2025/26 here
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