Arsenal has provided an update on the injury status of Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, and Kai Havertz ahead of their match against Nottingham Forest.

Arsenal is anxiously awaiting the outcome of the final international break before their match against Nottingham Forest. Mikel Arteta has called the last two months an “absolute nightmare” as the team has faced its worst injury crisis since he took charge. The club will monitor updates from the medical staff and hopes that the injuries don’t worsen.

Here’s an overview of the key injuries and expected return dates ahead of the November 23 match against Forest:

Bukayo Saka: Saka sustained a muscle issue towards the end of the Chelsea game, raising concerns about his fitness. Having already missed games earlier this season, he may face another setback. Arteta expressed uncertainty about Saka’s availability but hopes for a fully fit squad post-international break.
Return date: Unknown.

Declan Rice: Rice withdrew in the 65th minute of the recent match against Chelsea, suffering a potential new injury after missing the Inter Milan match. Arteta remains uncertain about his availability, particularly for England’s upcoming fixtures.
Return date: Unknown.

Kai Havertz: After a head clash with Yann Bisseck against Inter, Havertz experienced another collision, which required treatment. Despite this, he has been called up to the German national squad, though his condition will be carefully monitored.
Return date: Nottingham Forest (H), November 23.

Riccardo Calafiori: Calafiori is sidelined with a knee injury sustained in the Champions League against Shakhtar Donetsk. It’s not considered serious, and he should be out for a few weeks.
Return date: Nottingham Forest (H), November 23.

Martin Ødegaard: After recovering from an ankle injury, Ødegaard made a successful return against Chelsea. However, he has been called up for international duty, limiting his recovery time.
Return date: Unknown.

Takehiro Tomiyasu: Tomiyasu has been dealing with ongoing injuries and was again absent against Chelsea. He hasn’t played much this season and is unlikely to return before December.
Return date: December.

Kieran Tierney: Tierney is recovering from a hamstring injury he sustained while playing for Scotland. Although he is close to returning to training, he has not yet rejoined the team.
Return date: West Ham (A), November 30.