Cristhian Mosquera was spotted in attendance for Arsenal’s win over Wolves, but he was pictured wearing a protective boot on his right foot.
During the Gunners’ win over Brentford earlier this month, Mosquera was forced off with a bad injury, and fears over the severity will only grow after seeing him in a boot.
Mikel Arteta suggested Mosquera’s injury was worse than initially feared, as Arsenal’s defensive options continue to fall.
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Arsenal’s defensive injuries continue to grow 😩!
Andrea Berta will now surely be considering the possibility of moving for another defender in January, given the team’s current injury list and the remaining options being overworked.
Cristhian Mosquera spotted wearing a protective boot
Mosquera was spotted wearing a protective boot on his right leg as he watched on during Arsenal versus Wolves.
Arsenal fear Mosquera will be out for at least six weeks, but a boot suggests that timeframe could be longer.
The Gunners are already without the injured Gabriel Magalhaes; meanwhile, Ben White looks to be the latest player to join the list of absentees.
White was forced off with a hamstring injury against Wolves and is due to have scans next week to determine the severity.
The 28-year-old started three games in a row, having only just returned from injury himself; therefore, it’s no real surprise to see him now pick up another issue.
What should Arsenal do with Ben White after picking up yet another injury?
Ben White has had no luck in recent times.
There will be similar fears about William Saliba, who completed 90 minutes in the match, making his return from an ankle injury.
Currently, Arteta is facing a serious injury crisis at the Emirates Stadium, which is threatening to get worse in the coming weeks.
Andrea Berta should sign another defender in January
Berta should now be looking to sign another defender in January, as it’s clear that the Gunners are really struggling with their current options.
Saliba being asked to play 90 minutes in his first game back should be setting off alarm bells in Berta’s office.
After watching White suffer an injury after being rushed back, the North London club cannot afford for the same to now happen to Saliba.
The drop-off since Gabriel’s injury has been somewhat of a concern, and things could turn rather sour if another defender isn’t looked at in January.
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