Arsenal injury update: Martin Zubimendi, Piero Hincapie, Christos Tzolis latest news and return dates: news

Arsenal Injury Update: Martin Zubimendi, Piero Hincapie, Christos Tzolis Latest News and Return Dates

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta faces fresh squad selection headaches as the Gunners navigate their Premier League and UEFA Champions League campaigns. Following the 2-1 victory over Leeds United, an unusual post-match warm-down session resulted in ankle setbacks for two key players, while international action also took a toll.

Here is the latest Arsenal injury news, medical status, and expected return dates for Martin Zubimendi, Piero Hincapie, and Christos Tzolis.

Martin Zubimendi: Injury News and Expected Return Date

• Injury: Ankle issue

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• Status: Ruled out for the midweek Champions League clash against Lille

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• Potential Return Date: Late October 2026 (possible return vs. Nottingham Forest)

Martin Zubimendi picked up an ankle knock during a post-match drills session designed for players needing match sharpness following the weekend win. Arteta confirmed the Spanish midfielder’s setback appears significantly less severe than first feared. While he sits out European duty, early medical assessments suggest he could be back in contention as soon as the upcoming weekend fixture.

Piero Hincapie: Injury News and Expected Return Date

• Injury: Ankle sprain/ligament issue

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• Status: Sidelined; undergoing specialist diagnostic scans

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• Potential Return Date: Early to mid-November 2026 (subject to scan results)

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Defender Piero Hincapie also suffered an ankle injury in the same post-match warm-down session, requiring assistance off the pitch. Arteta acknowledged that the Ecuadorian international’s injury looks more concerning than Zubimendi’s. Hincapie is unavailable for selection pending further clarity from medical imaging to establish the full extent of the structural damage.

Christos Tzolis: Injury News and Expected Return Date

• Injury: Hamstring muscle strain

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• Status: Sidelined and in early rehabilitation

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• Potential Return Date: November 2026

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Winger Christos Tzolis sustained a muscle injury while representing Greece during UEFA Nations League action against the Netherlands, being forced off early in the first half. Arteta confirmed the Greek international will remain out for several weeks. The Arsenal medical department is managing his workload cautiously to ensure complete muscle recovery before reintegrating him into full first-team training.