BREAKING NEWS : Martinelli update, Saka latest – Arsenal injury news and return dates after Newcastle defeat

Martinelli update, Saka latest – Arsenal injury news and return dates after Newcastle defeat

All the latest Arsenal injury news and updates following the Gunners’ 2-0 (4-0 on aggregate) defeat to Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup

Gabriel Martinelli picked up an injury during Arsenal’s clash against Newcastle

Arsenal were dealt another major injury blow during their clash against Newcastle United. The Magpies stormed past the Gunners at St. James’ Park on Wednesday night, booking themselves a place in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley Stadium next month.

Shortly after Martin Odegaard missed the target from close range, Jacob Murphy fired Eddie Howe’s side ahead. Then, moments before the break, Mikel Arteta was forced to make a change when Gabriel Martinelli suffered a muscle problem.

Ethan Nwaneri, who replaced the Brazilian, couldn’t get his side back into the tie, with Anthony Gordon putting the final – and fourth of the two-legged tie – nail in the coffin. So, with that being said, football.london has rounded up all the latest Arsenal injury news and return dates.

Gabriel Martinelli

Martinelli limped off the pitch during Arsenal’s clash against Newcastle in the second leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final on Wednesday night. The 23-year-old winger, who appeared to suffer a hamstring injury, was replaced by Ethan Nwaneri.

What Arteta has said: “Yes, he felt something. I think it was his hamstring and he wasn’t comfortable to continue so we’ll have to do an MRI scan tomorrow to see the extent of the injury.”

Expected return date: Unknown.

Ben White

White has been sidelined with a knee injury since November. The 27-year-old defender, who underwent surgery, had been suffering from a joint problem before that and he’s yet to return to the first team.

What Arteta has said: “No news from the game against City and Ben is still out, hopefully after the break he will be available.”

Expected return date: February 2025.

Bukayo Saka

Saka suffered a hamstring injury against Crystal Palace in December. The 23-year-old winger, who also had to undergo surgery, has been spotted at several Arsenal games at the Emirates Stadium recently. He all smiles when the Gunners defeated Manchester City on Sunday night.

What Arteta has said: “We don’t know how long he is out and how many games he can play. I don’t know [when Saka will return].”

Expected return date: March 2025.

Takehiro Tomiyasu

Tomiyasu remains out of action with a knee injury. The 26-year-old defender missed the large majority of last season with a calf problem and he’s played just six minutes this term.

What Arteta has said: “Tomiyasu is going to be out as well for a period.”

Expected return date: Unknown.

Gabriel Jesus

Jesus suffered an ACL injury in the FA Cup defeat to Manchester United last month. The 27-year-old striker has had surgery on his left knee and now faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines.

What Arteta has said: “Not looking good at all. But we need to review with the specialist and will have more information this afternoon. I don’t want to confirm anything until we have the final report this afternoon. We were very worried straight after the game and we are very worried today.”

Expected return date: Summer 2025.