Arsenal’s injury woes deepened as rising star Ethan Nwaneri was ruled out for several weeks with a muscular problem. The 17-year-old, who scored in Saturday’s 1-1 draw with Brighton, was substituted at half-time due to the injury.
Manager Mikel Arteta confirmed the setback, which adds to Arsenal’s growing list of absentees, including Bukayo Saka, sidelined until March following hamstring surgery. With nine fixtures in 30 days, Nwaneri’s absence compounds the pressure on Arteta’s squad.
Nwaneri has impressed this season, netting five goals in 18 appearances, but his injury further depletes Arsenal’s attacking options. Raheem Sterling and Kai Havertz remain doubtful, while defensive duo Ben White and Takehiro Tomiyasu are also out.
Arteta hopes for swift returns but refrains from making guarantees. Despite the mounting injuries, he suggested any January signings would need to bring significant quality to the team.
The Gunners face Newcastle on Tuesday in the League Cup semi-final first leg, seeking a morale boost after falling six points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool.
