Arteta Cautious on Timber's Injury Ahead of Crucial Games

Jurrien Timber's return to action for Arsenal remains uncertain as manager Mikel Arteta addressed the defender's ongoing groin injury. Timber has been sidelined for the past eight matches and was not participating in full training sessions as of Tuesday. His availability for Arsenal's critical Premier League title run-in, with only four games remaining and a three-point lead over Manchester City, is currently unknown.

Arteta confirmed that while Timber is undertaking some on-pitch activities, he needs further progression before rejoining the squad for competition. The manager also provided an update on other players, stating that Kai Havertz will miss the Champions League semi-final first leg against Atletico Madrid. However, Eberechi Eze has been cleared to play after sustaining an injury in the previous match against Newcastle United. Arteta expressed excitement for the upcoming semi-final, emphasizing the team's ambition and readiness to compete.