Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has revealed that midfielder Bruno Guimaraes remains a doubt for Friday's clash against Coventry City. The Brazilian picked up a minor injury during the Community Shield victory over Manchester City last month. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 1st in Premier League, 70 pts, 21W-7D-4L from 32 games, recent form LWWWW.
What happened to Bruno Guimaraes?
Guimaraes sustained a knock during Arsenal's Community Shield win over Manchester City. While Arteta confirmed the midfielder is making good progress, he remains cautious about rushing his return. "Let's see. It's evolving well, but let's see," the manager said when asked about Guimaraes' availability for the Coventry match.
Why it matters for Arsenal
With Arsenal finishing last season 6 points clear of Manchester City, maintaining squad depth will be crucial. Guimaraes' potential absence could test their midfield options early in the campaign. The Gunners scored 62 goals and conceded just 24 last season, highlighting their attacking strength and defensive solidity.
What comes next?
Arteta also confirmed that defender Jurrien Timber has yet to return to training. "No, I say in the next few weeks, and he's not done that yet," the manager stated. Arsenal's next fixture is a home game against Fulham on February 20, 2027, with Fulham currently 12th in the table. Currently sidelined players include Timber and William Saliba.
