The North London club has been dealt a significant blow, as it has emerged that their talented first-team defender, Ben White, will be out of action for an extended period due to an injury.
Since making his debut for Arsenal in a record-breaking transfer in 2021, the English professional footballer has established himself as a key figure in the heart of their defense, with his impressive skills, vision, and remarkable passing ability, catapulting him to become one of the go-to defenders at the Emirates Stadium. With only 12 appearances under his belt in the current campaign, concerns have been raised over the defender's overall fitness levels and the heightened fear of this untimely injury.
According to recent reports, 27-year-old Ben White has been experiencing recurrent niggles throughout the opening part of the season. This unfortunate plight had led the team's medical and coaching staff to adequately manage his workload in an attempt to diminish the immense pressure he was under and further exacerbate the risks associated with this increasingly suspect issue.
White's inevitable layoff comes as a bitter pill for the side, considering their intent on sustaining a seamless English top-flight campaign, this term. They have certainly found themselves propelled in great positions this term as a consequence of some scintillating matchday outings. After facing off resilient opponents week in and week out, the news may leave coach and players alike worried about taking anything for granted.
The manager is aptly aware of the need for exceptional backline displays. Arsenal's defensive capabilities will face examination, as various tests lie ahead – courtesy of their run-ins against much-fancied Premier League giants and hopeful title aspirants. Once fit again, it's reassuring that this highly-regarded talent will definitely remain among their key picks of the footballing heavy artillery under coach's astute command.