Arsenal's hard-fought victory against West Ham United has solidified their position in the Premier League title race, but the team has once again been hit by injuries, adding to the concerns for the final stage of the season.
Trossard scored a crucial goal for the Gunners, who looked a little strained in the match at the London Stadium. The Premier League leaders did not perform at their peak, encountering several dangerous moments, including a West Ham United goal being disallowed by VAR near the end of the game.
However, Arteta's team ultimately secured the victory, extending their lead to 5 points with one more game played. The Gunners are only two games away from the domestic title, and the Champions League final awaits them.
For Arsenal manager Arteta, this will be a tense waiting period - one position in the team, in particular, has been hit hard by injuries. To that end, football.london brings you the latest Arsenal injury report.
**Ben White**
Ben White was forced to leave the game against West Ham United in the first half, leaving the London Stadium with a brace on his right knee. The England international looked dejected as he left with the support of the Arsenal medical team. This injury is likely to rule him out for the remaining three games of the season.
"We don't know yet, but it doesn't look good," Arteta said at the post-match press conference.
Expected return time: End of the season.
**Calafiori**
Calafiori was also taken off early in the game against West Ham United. The Italian defender did not return to the field after halftime, being replaced by Christian Mosquera due to injury.
Expected return time: Unknown.
**Timber**
The Dutch defender is absent due to injury and may not return before the end of the season. He appeared at the London Stadium on Sunday, entering the field in Arsenal training gear while the team warmed up, but was still not included in the matchday squad. Ahead of the game against the Hammers, Arteta admitted that his recovery progress needed to accelerate in order to have a chance to play.
Expected return time: End of the season.
**Merino**
Merino is still striving for a return at the end of the season after a long absence following surgery. The Spanish midfielder had hoped to accelerate his return, but now it seems difficult to get a chance to play.
"There is still a lot of work to be done, and everything has to go smoothly and quickly if you want to get even a few minutes of playing time," Arteta said before the game against West Ham.
Expected return time: End of the season.