Arsenal’s injury count nears 100 as Arteta defends training methods

Arsenal’s relentless injury issues continue to dominate headlines, with the club having sustained 93 injuries since the start of last season—the second-highest total in the Premier League behind Brighton’s 97.

Manager Mikel Arteta, speaking ahead of tonight’s Champions League clash with Club Brugge, admitted his side is in a “dangerous situation” but defended the medical staff and training regimen.

Arteta argued that the constant injuries to key players force an overload on others, creating a “dangerous circle” of fitness problems.

It’s also been confirmed that Gabriel Jesus has been added to their Champions League squad, replacing the injured 15-year-old Max Dowman.

If Arsenal are to seriously compete across multiple fronts this season and have a hope of winning the Premier League title, the training methods really need to be reviewed.