Arsenal Faces Injury Crisis Ahead of Carabao Cup Semi-Final

Mikel Arteta confirms Ethan Nwaneri's muscle injury adds to a growing list of sidelined players, leaving Arsenal short-handed for their clash with Newcastle United.

Ethan Nwaneri, who scored in Arsenal's 1-1 draw with Brighton, is out for several weeks with a muscle injury, further depleting the squad's attacking options.
Bukayo Saka remains sidelined until at least March following hamstring surgery, while Raheem Sterling and Kai Havertz are also unavailable due to injury and illness, respectively.
Manager Mikel Arteta expressed confidence in his squad's ability to compete despite the injuries but acknowledged the challenges of their packed schedule of nine games in 30 days.
Arteta hinted at possible January transfer activity but stressed the importance of only signing players who can make a significant impact on the team.
Arsenal will host Newcastle United in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final, with Gabriel Martinelli expected to step in for the injured Nwaneri.