Arsenal’s Key Midfielder Faces Race Against Time for Chelsea Clash
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that star midfielder Declan Rice is a major doubt for Sunday’s crucial Premier League clash against Chelsea.
Rice sustained a foot injury during the Gunners’ recent defeat to Newcastle United and subsequently missed their Champions League match against Inter Milan.
Arteta remained cautious about Rice’s availability, stating, “I have to be very vague on that one because there is no clarity, if he is going to be fit or not for the weekend. He hasn’t trained yet and it is not clear yet whether he is going to be available.”
The absence of Rice would be a significant blow for Arsenal, as he has been a key player for the team since his summer transfer from West Ham United. His defensive qualities and ability to dictate the tempo of the game have been invaluable to Arteta’s side.
With both teams struggling for form, the Chelsea-Arsenal clash is shaping up to be a pivotal match in the Premier League title race. Arsenal will be hoping that Rice can recover in time to play a crucial role in the game.