Kieran Tierney Returns to Arsenal Training Amid Injury Recovery
Arsenal defender Kieran Tierney has been spotted back in individual training sessions at the club's facilities. The 27-year-old Scottish international has been on the road to recovery following a significant hamstring injury he sustained earlier this year while on loan at Real Sociedad. This setback had interrupted a campaign where Tierney managed 27 appearances for the Spanish side, which included two separate hamstring injuries in September and January.
Loan Spell at Real Sociedad
Tierney joined Real Sociedad on a season-long loan from Arsenal for the 2023–24 campaign. During his time in Spain, his contributions were noteworthy despite injuries, with Sociedad valuing his versatility on the left flank. However, his fitness issues ultimately limited his impact.
Arsenal Career Overview
Since joining Arsenal from Celtic in 2019, Tierney has made 124 appearances across all competitions, scoring five goals. Known for his defensive tenacity and attacking overlaps, he has been an integral figure when fit. However, injuries have consistently disrupted his momentum.
Road Ahead
Currently, Tierney remains outside full-team training but is targeting a return to matchday fitness within the coming months. With Arsenal's depth at left-back, including the addition of Riccardo Calafiori and the recovery of Jurrien Timber, Tierney faces stiff competition for a place in Mikel Arteta's plans. The January transfer window could also provide an opportunity for Tierney to seek regular playing time elsewhere if needed.
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