Arsenal have suffered a setback ahead of their Champions League semi-final second leg against Atletico Madrid after four first-team players missed training on Monday.
The development comes as the club steps up preparations for a decisive European fixture following their recent Premier League victory over Fulham.
Key Players Missing From Training
Captain Arsenal Martin Ødegaard was among those absent from the open training session, alongside Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber.
Midfielder Mikel Merino also missed the session as the squad continues recovery work ahead of the crucial fixture.
The absences have raised fresh concerns in the Arsenal injury update Atletico Madrid build-up, especially with the semi-final finely poised.
Arteta Provides Hope on Fitness
Manager Mikel Arteta had earlier suggested that both Ødegaard and Havertz could still be available for selection.
However, neither player was seen participating in team training, leaving their availability uncertain for the second leg.
Timber and Merino remain longer-term injury concerns, although there is optimism they could return before the end of the season.
Bukayo Saka Boost for Arsenal
There was positive news for Arsenal as Bukayo Saka returned to training after recovering from injury.
The winger featured in the win over Fulham and is expected to play a key role in the Arsenal injury update Atletico Madrid second leg squad.
Champions League Pressure Builds
Arsenal go into the match with pressure mounting as they look to secure a place in the final.
The Arsenal injury update Atletico Madrid situation will be closely monitored in the final training sessions before the decisive clash.
