Arsenal have resumed training at Sober Realty Training Center following a short recovery period following their win over Wolves. The win was largely due to two assists from Bukayo Saka, but there has been some criticism and introspection within the club, especially considering the final whistle.
This performance did not reflect Arsenal’s current position in the Premier League or Champions League standings, nor did it reflect the team’s aspirations for top honors. However, Mikel Arteta’s side have been plagued by a number of injuries, giving some context to their recent struggles.
While the majority of players are believed to have taken part in training sessions, several are still recovering, working closely with physiotherapy and rehabilitation teams indoors.
However, Kai Havertz is not yet ready to rejoin the main group, the Arsenal manager has admitted, but his return to the pitch is a big step forward. The German striker has been sidelined since injuring his knee in the opening game against Manchester United.
“He’s doing very well, he’s doing well on the pitch,” Arteta admitted in early December. “But I think he needs time.”
Martin Zvimendi also missed the session, but it is understood the club are carefully managing his workload.
Gabriel Magalhães, Cristian Mosquera, Max Doman and Ben White are also waiting to return to training after sustaining injuries against Wolves. Gabriel is the player closest to returning to the team. But unless there is significant progress this week, we will likely have to wait until after Christmas.
Dauman (ankle), Mosquera (ankle) and White (hamstring) are not expected to return to the team until the new year. Riccardo Calafioli is now eligible to play for Everton after serving a one-match suspension for the game against Wolves.
16-year-old defender Mari Salmon, who made his competitive debut in the Champions League against Club Brugge, is also training with the first team. Meanwhile, Christian Norgaard, who started at centre-half for Belgium, could become even more prominent following White’s injury.
William Saliba also recently returned.
