Timber Leaves Arsenal Camp for Groin Check
Jurrien Timber, Arsenal's first-choice right-back, has travelled back to London from the team's training camp in Spain due to a groin issue. The Netherlands international missed the World Cup because of a groin problem.
What Happened?
Timber has returned to London from the Gunners' training camp in Spain, but sources insist the visit is part of his rehabilitation schedule and not a setback in his recovery. The right-back played 30 Premier League games as Arsenal won the title last season.
Why it Matters for Arsenal
Timber's groin issue is a concern for the team, especially with the Community Shield against Manchester City on 16 August and the start of the Premier League title defence against promoted Coventry City on 21 August.
What Comes Next?
Timber is expected to return to Spain to rejoin the squad. He joined Arsenal from Ajax in July 2023 for an initial fee of £34m, but missed most of his first season after tearing his anterior cruciate knee ligament. Arsenal face Manchester City in the Community Shield on 16 August (15:00 BST), before beginning their Premier League title defence against promoted Coventry City on 21 August (20:00 BST).
