Arsenal has received a significant boost ahead of their upcoming Champions League clash against Atalanta, as Italian defender Riccardo Calafiori has returned to training. Calafiori, who sustained a calf injury during the international break in a match against France, missed the recent Premier League game against Tottenham Hotspur. His absence was felt, but Arsenal managed to secure a 1-0 victory without him and several other key players.
Calafiori's injury kept him sidelined for a brief period, but his return to training is a positive sign for the Gunners. He is expected to be available for selection in the Champions League match and is also likely to feature in the crucial Premier League fixture against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. This return is timely, as Arsenal aims to start their Champions League campaign on a strong note and close the gap at the top of the Premier League table.
In addition to Calafiori, Arsenal will also welcome back Declan Rice, who missed the Tottenham game due to suspension. However, the team will still be without captain Martin Odegaard, who has not yet returned to training after being seen on crutches last week. Other players like Mikel Merino, Kieran Tierney, Takehiro Tomiyasu, and Oleksandr Zinchenko remain unavailable due to their respective injuries.
Arsenal's ability to cope with these absences and still secure victories speaks volumes about their depth and resilience. The return of key players like Calafiori and Rice will undoubtedly bolster their squad as they face a challenging week ahead.
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