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Arsenal Injuries Ease as Fulham Test Looms

Arsenal reach another pivotal Premier League weekend with their injury picture slightly clearer, if still edged with uncertainty. For Mikel Arteta, this is the stage of the season when every selection decision feels amplified, every absence carries greater weight, and every return can alter the rhythm of a title race.

After reclaiming top spot with a 1-0 win over Newcastle, Arsenal now host Fulham at the Emirates Stadium with the chance to move six points clear of Manchester City. The broader ambition remains vast, with a first Premier League and Champions League double still possible after the 1-1 draw with Atletico Madrid in the semi-final first leg.

Havertz Hope After Newcastle Setback

Kai Havertz remains one of the most pressing Arsenal injury concerns. The German lasted only 33 minutes against Newcastle before being withdrawn with a muscular issue, later missing the trip to Madrid.

Arteta grouped Havertz and Eberechi Eze together when assessing the post-Newcastle knocks, saying: “They are muscular niggles,”

“We don’t think it’s too much. We have to wait and see if they can be available for Wednesday.”

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Havertz did not make that Atletico fixture, although Arsenal are reportedly optimistic he can still play a meaningful role before the season ends. Arteta added: “He had a little niggle.

“I don’t know how serious it is. It didn’t look to big. The action, the way he describes it, is not too sharp. But we have to wait and see.”

Potential return date: May

Calafiori Boosts Defensive Options

Riccardo Calafiori has endured another disrupted spell. The defender played the full 90 minutes against Sporting CP on April 7, yet has not appeared for Arsenal since.

There had been hope he would return against Newcastle, only for him to miss out again. More encouragingly, he was named on the bench against Atletico after Arteta confirmed he was available for selection.

For Arsenal, that matters. The run-in demands depth, composure and flexibility, especially with injuries already stretching the defensive unit.

Potential return date: Saturday May 2, vs Fulham, home

Timber Wait Continues

Jurrien Timber’s absence has been keenly felt. He has not played since being forced off in the 2-0 win over Everton on March 14, with a groin issue keeping him out of Arsenal’s last nine matches in all competitions.

There was hope he might return against Atletico, although Arteta made clear that was too soon.

Arteta said: “We don’t know yet. He’s doing some stuff on the pitch at the moment, but we need to get the gears up and be able to do more things before he can compete with us.”

Potential return date: Unknown

Merino Faces Fitness Race

Mikel Merino remains another long-term concern after foot surgery in February. Arsenal are waiting to see whether he can feature again this season, while Spain will also be monitoring his progress ahead of the World Cup.

Asked whether Merino could still play a part in the title push, Arteta replied: “It’s a bit premature to say that.

“He’s evolving really well. He’s really pushing every boundary that he possibly can.

“But it’s a bit early to answer that question.”

Potential return date: Unknown

For Arsenal, injuries have become part of the season’s texture, shaping the margins without yet derailing the chase.