INSIDE TODAY’S TRAINING: Huge Boost for Arsenal as Two Key Players Return Ahead of the North London Derby
Arsenal fans have every reason to smile this morning. Two of the club’s most important players—previously ruled out for the season—were surprisingly spotted back in full training alongside stars like Gabriel Jesus and Viktor Gyökeres. According to club doctors, their injuries turned out to be minor and, in some ways, part of the psychological “mind games” leading up to a busy run of fixtures.
This comes as a massive boost for Mikel Arteta’s side ahead of Sunday’s high-stakes north London derby against Tottenham Hotspur. The Gunners are currently unbeaten in 11 straight games across all competitions and will be looking to extend that impressive run at the Emirates Stadium.
Odegaard Returns Ahead of Spurs Clash
Perhaps the biggest headline of the day is the return of captain Martin Ødegaard. The Norwegian playmaker has been out since early October after suffering a medial collateral ligament injury during a clash with West Ham United.
After nearly seven weeks on the sidelines, Ødegaard is officially back in full training, with reports from The Sun suggesting he could make the matchday squad on Sunday. While he may not start, a short cameo appearance—around 20 minutes—looks realistic as he builds back full match sharpness.
Ødegaard has endured a frustrating season marked by unusual knocks, including two falls on his shoulder and a knee collision. Despite that, his comeback remains a huge boost. His creativity, vision, and link-up play with Bukayo Saka on the right flank make him one of Arsenal’s most influential players.
Gabriel Jesus Back—but Likely to Be Managed Carefully
Another positive update is the return of Gabriel Jesus to full team training. However, the Brazilian forward, who has been out for 11 months with a serious knee injury, is still unlikely to feature in the derby. Arsenal are expected to take a cautious approach, with December seen as a more realistic timeline for his competitive return.
A Perfectly Timed Boost for Arsenal
With a crucial derby approaching and momentum on their side, Arsenal will welcome any additional firepower they can get. Ødegaard’s presence alone lifts the squad, and seeing previously “season-ending” players back on the pitch has energized both teammates and supporters.
If the Gunners maintain their current form and get even healthier over the next few weeks, they could be building toward something special this season.
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