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Arsenal have some injury worries ahead of their Premier League clash against Wolves on Wednesday night, having suffered a couple of fresh blows in the FA Cup win over Wigan
Ben White runs into the boarding during the Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Arsenal and Wigan Athletic.
Ben White is an injury worry for Arsenal ahead of the Premier League clash against Wolves. (Image: Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)
Everything you need to know about Arsenal injuries following the FA Cup win over Wigan and ahead of their Premier League clash against Wolves...
Ben White: The defender was substituted late during the victory over Wigan Athletic as a precautionary measure. He has since confirmed on social media that he has not suffered an injury and should be available for the next match.
Martin Ødegaard: The captain missed the FA Cup tie after picking up a knee problem while attempting to clear the ball against Brentford. Although he experienced soreness, Ødegaard remains hopeful that the issue is not serious and will not lead to a long absence.
Riccardo Calafiori: The Italian international was a late withdrawal from the starting line-up against Wigan after recently returning from a month-long layoff. Mikel Arteta has listed him as a doubt for upcoming fixtures while the medical team monitors his development over the next 48 hours.
Kai Havertz: The forward is currently sidelined with a fresh muscular problem that is expected to keep him out for several weeks. He is likely to miss a string of important matches, with a potential return date pencilled in for March.
Mikel Merino: The midfielder has undergone successful surgery on his foot but faces a very lengthy period of rehabilitation. Arteta suggested that the recovery process could take between three and five months, potentially ending his season.
Bukayo Saka: The winger returned from a minor injury against Brentford and was called upon to replace Calafiori as a late substitute against Wigan. He was withdrawn at half-time during the cup tie to manage his minutes and ensure he did not suffer a setback.
Max Dowman: The young prospect has been absent for the last two months but is nearing a return to first-team training. He is expected to be back with the squad within a week, though he will need time to regain match fitness.
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