Arsenal winger Madueke "set for a spell on the sidelines" as Arteta is dealt a major blow

Arsenal winger Madueke "set for a spell on the sidelines" as Arteta is dealt a major blow

Arsenal winger Noni Madueke is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines after picking up a knee injury.

Madueke picked up an injury during Arsenal's 1-1 draw with Manchester City which was confirmed by manager Mikel Arteta after the clash:0

"He had an issue very early in the match and he wasn't well enough to continue."0

Now, things have gone from bad to worse as journalist Ben Jacobs confirms that the Arsenal winger has picked a knee injury and will be out of contention for Arteta for several weeks.0

“Noni Madueke set for a spell on the sidelines due to a knee injury sustained against Manchester City.0

“Timeline for return still unclear as tests ongoing. However, Madueke has not done his ACL, despite rumours.”0

Arsenal have already lost Kai Havertz to a knee injury and were without Martin 8degaard against City because of a shoulder injury. Injuries have been a major issue for the club so far this season and have seriously hindered the club’s title charge against favourites Liverpool who have a fully fit squad.0

Madueke's injury is likely to give teenager Max Dowman more of an opportunity in his breakout season under Arteta who could hand the 15-year-old more of a chance in the first team. They prepare to face the likes of Newcastle United and West Ham United over the next few weeks as the season gets tougher for an Arsenal side who trail behind leaders Liverpool.0