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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has issued a latest update on Declan Rice’s injury ahead of their game against Aston Villa today.
Declan Rice was forced off late on in Arsenal's midweek Premier League victory at home to Brentford and manager Mikel Arteta has issued an update on the midfielder. The England midfielder was unable to finish Wednesday's victory over Brentford but things don't look as bad as some have feared.
He picked up a calf knock during their 2-0 Premier League win over Brentford on December 3, forcing him off in the 83rd minute. He pointed to the back of his right calf while receiving treatment and was seen walking gingerly, but he downplayed the issue post-match, telling Sky Sports he felt "fine."
"Well, let's see," Arteta told reporters on Friday. "I think with all the questions I'm going to get, the answer, unfortunately, is going to be the same. We have another training session in the afternoon.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has issued a latest update on Declan Rice’s injury ahead of their game against Aston Villa today. (Photo: Arsenal FC via Getty Images)placeholder image
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has issued a latest update on Declan Rice’s injury ahead of their game against Aston Villa today. (Photo: Arsenal FC via Getty Images) | Arsenal FC via Getty Images
"Every hour is going to be very important to see the availability of the players. After that, we'll decide who travels."
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Arsenal are optimistic Rice has avoided a serious injury, with internal expectations that he'll be available for today's away match against Aston Villa at Villa Park (kick-off: 12:30pm GMT / 7:30am ET).
With Pep Guardiola's side not in action until 3pm on Saturday, the Gunners have a chance to increase the gap to eight before City host Sunderland. It won't be easy, though, with Villa currently third in the table after their 4-3 win at Brighton.
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