Arteta Provides Key Updates on Jurrien Timber and Riccardo Calafiori Ahead of PSG Clash
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has delivered a crucial fitness update on defenders Jurrien Timber and Riccardo Calafiori ahead of their highly anticipated Champions League semi-final second leg against Paris Saint-Germain.
Speaking during his pre-match press conference, Arteta revealed that Timber’s involvement remains uncertain. “I will assess Jurrien Timber today to decide whether he can start the game or not,” he said. Timber was notably absent from the squad during Arsenal’s recent Premier League win over Bournemouth, raising concerns about his readiness for such a high-stakes encounter.
However, there was a major boost for the Gunners as Arteta confirmed that summer signing Riccardo Calafiori is fit and raring to go. “Riccardo has travelled, he’s fit and ready to play when we need him—so that’s great news obviously,” the Spaniard added with a note of optimism.
With Arsenal battling a growing list of injuries—including Gabriel Magalhães, Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus, and Takehiro Tomiyasu—these defensive updates could play a decisive role in their tactical approach against PSG. All eyes will be on Arteta's final lineup as Arsenal aim to reach the Champions League final for the first time since 2006.
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