Konsa injury: Arsenal fears grow as defender sent home

Ezri Konsa has been released from the England camp due to an injury, adding to Arsenal's growing list of fitness concerns during the international break. Konsa felt discomfort upon arriving for England duty and played through it during the match against Spain. His issue worsened, leading him to miss the fixture against Czechia.

He attempted to return for the game against Croatia, participating in training sessions. However, a subsequent impact on his quad caused minor trauma, prompting England management to withdraw him from play. Manager Thomas Tuchel confirmed the decision, deeming it too risky to play him through pain.

Konsa will now return to Arsenal for treatment and assessment. While Tuchel suggested the injury is not major, the Gunners will be anxiously awaiting a more definitive update. The defender's importance to both Arsenal and England makes his potential absence a significant worry for the club.