Arsenal came out of their final home game of the season with no injury scares as they beat Burnley 1-0 at the Emirates Stadium.
Kai Havertz’s goal in the first half earned the north Londoners another huge three points which draws them that much closer to the Premier League title.
They could not win the title on Monday night, but should Manchester City drop points at Bournemouth on Tuesday, then the Gunners will win a first top-flight trophy in 22 years without kicking a ball.
There has been an injury blow in the last couple of weeks, with Ben White ruled out for the remainder of the campaign to deepen Mikel Arteta’s right-back woes.
There was a positive against Burnley, however, with Riccardo Calafiori overcoming the doubters to bounce back from his minor niggle.
With that in mind, here is the latest Arsenal injury news and return dates…
Ben White
White was seen after Arsenal’s 1-0 win at West Ham with his right knee in a brace after being forced off midway through the first half after a challenge with Crysencio Summerville.
The right-back was treated for an extended period and Arteta said post-match that the injury was a concerning one.
Arsenal confirmed that the defender suffered a “significant” injury to his medial ligament (MCL), which will see White miss the rest of the season.
Standard Sport understands, however, that the 28-year-old will not need to have surgery on his knee, and instead will undergo a full medical rehabilitation programme to get him fighting fit for next season.
It is hoped that White will return in time for pre-season, easing fears of an extended absence leading into the 2026-27 campaign.
Potential return date: Summer 2026
Jurrien Timber
It has been eight weeks since Jurrien Timber last played for the Gunners, who lost their first-choice right-back at a pivotal time in the season. ,
The Dutchman went off injured in the 2-0 win over Everton in March and has since missed 13 games in all competitions with a groin injury.
Arteta later admitted that the defender’s problem was complicated, but he held out hopes that the former Ajax man would return before the season was out.
“He wanted to be very close to the team [against West Ham]. He's progressed a little bit in the last few days. He's feeling better,” Arteta said after the win at West Ham.
“We're going to try to get him fit and available as quick as possible but let's see. Obviously he’s been out now for a while unfortunately. He’s such an important player for us, we all know that.
“He’s doing everything that he possibly can to help the team in any capacity. We know his leadership, his quality and how much the team needs him. He’s trying everything he can.”
Potential return date: Saturday May 30, vs PSG (N)
Mikel Merino
Mikel Merino had surgery on a foot fracture in February and has not played for Arsenal since.
He is on the recovery trail and could also feature before the end of the campaign.
He has since returned to individual training with the view of being part of the travelling squad for the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain in a fortnight.
Arteta, meanwhile, still has his doubts over his compatriot.
"I don't know, there's still a fair bit to do," Arteta said of Merino.
"Everything needs to be so smooth and quick if they want to have a chance to play any minutes.”
Potential return date: Saturday May 30, vs PSG (N)
