Arsenal fans, brace yourselves! Captain Martin Odegaard could be sidelined for weeks due to an ankle injury sustained during Norway's 2-1 UEFA Nations League win over Austria. 🩹 The Norwegian national team doctor, Ola Sand, delivered the grim update, stating ankle injuries like Odegaard’s 'often take at least three weeks' to heal—and 'it can take longer.'
🚨 The midfielder was seen using crutches to board a flight back to London for further scans. While initial tests ruled out a fracture, recovery hinges on his pain tolerance during rehab. 'You take it gradually,' Sand emphasized.
Arsenal’s upcoming schedule is a nightmare for the injury-hit squad: a North London derby against Tottenham this Sunday 🏟️, a Champions League clash with Atalanta on September 19, and a showdown vs. Manchester City three days later. With Declan Rice suspended and new signing Mikel Merino out with a shoulder fracture, the Gunners’ midfield looks thinner than a TikTok trend’s lifespan. 💥
Will Arteta’s squad survive this rough patch? Stay tuned. 🔄
