When Emile Smith Rowe had undergone surgery to repair a damaged tendon in his groin in September, only Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Martinelli, Eddie Nketiah and Reiss Nelson were available for selection in the Premier League.
Arsenal were unable to sign a winger in the summer transfer window, despite the clear need to strengthen in the wide areas. Saka and Martinelli have had a lot of pressure to perform until Smith Rowe returns from his absence, with the starting wingers being the only players in the team with Premier League experience from wide areas.
However, Smith Rowe has given a positive update on his recovery from his injury. He could be available for Arsenal’s first game after the World Cup against West Ham on December 26.
