Arteta delivers Jurrien Timber injury update
The Dutch international is back on the grass after his long-term groin injury, although Arsenal are refusing to rush one of their most important defenders.Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty ImagesMikel...
Mikel Arteta has provided an update on Jurrien Timber's long-term groin injury, revealing the Dutch defender is making encouraging progress in his recovery but Arsenal will not rush him back into action. Timber has not played during Arsenal's pre-season as he has been sidelined by the injury since the end of last season, which initially worsened and required a carefully managed rehabilitation program and a minor surgical procedure.
Arteta stated that Timber is currently on the pitch and progressing well, but emphasized Arsenal's commitment to taking each step cautiously to ensure his return is safe and appropriate. The defender is expected to miss the upcoming Community Shield match against Manchester City and the beginning of the Premier League season. Arteta also mentioned that William Saliba's absence has made Timber's recovery one of Arsenal's top priorities, and they are not taking any unnecessary risks with a player they expect to be a key figure once he is fully fit.
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