Friday’s Arsenal news and gossip.
Laurent Koscielny facing a month out
Arsenal’s defensive problems look set to continue, with their first choice centre-back Laurent Koscielny out for an indefinite period. In today’s press conference, Wenger revealed that he wasn’t sure when the Frenchman would return, but it would probably be after the international break.
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Wilshere to miss Sunderland trip, Walcott not yet fit
Jack Wilshere is suspended for Arsenal’s trip to Sunderland after picking up five yellow cards. Theo Walcott played for the U21s against Blackburn last week, but is not yet ready for first team action after ten months out, according to Arseblog.
Arsene Wenger insists Lukas Podolski still important
The rumours surrounding Lukas Podolski’s potential exit have been growing for some time, and the situation was brought to a head by his winner against Anderlecht on Wednesday night. ESPN report that Arsene Wenger has insisted that the German has an important role to play in the squad.
Per Mertesacker struggling for motivation
Arsenal’s defending has been questionable in the last few games, and part of the blame has been placed on Per Mertesacker, who was at fault for Hull’s second goal on Ssaturday. The Guardian reports that the German defender has admitted his poor form is down to a lack of motivation after the World Cup.