Arsenal's Fabio Vieira Undergoes Groin Surgery, Out for Weeks

Premier League leaders to start 2024 without key midfielder; first game against Crystal Palace on 20 January.

Arsenal's Fabio Vieira will not play for the Premier League leaders before the new year due to a groin injury.
Vieira underwent surgery on his groin on Monday after initial conservative treatment failed to improve his condition.
Manager Mikel Arteta expects Vieira to be out for weeks.
Arsenal's first Premier League game of 2024 is home to Crystal Palace on 20 January.
Arsenal will also play in the FA Cup third round on the weekend of 6 January.