Latest Injury Update: Matteo Guendouzi Out for the Season with Knee Ligament Tear
Matteo Guendouzi has been ruled out for the season after suffering a knee ligament tear in his right leg during Arsenal's 2-1 win over Manchester United on Saturday.
The France international was replaced by Kieran Tierney at half-time and is expected to undergo surgery soon, meaning he will miss the rest of the campaign and potentially the start of next term as well.
Guendouzi, who joined Arsenal from Monaco last summer for £42m, had made just three appearances this season before the injury, but he was already under pressure due to his inconsistent form and high-profile disciplinary record.
He has been a regular in the French national team and was part of their squad that reached the quarter-finals of the World Cup earlier this year, but his struggles in north London have led many to question his future at the club.
Injuries are a common problem for players at Arsenal, with the club having lost key figures such as Alexis Sanchez, Mesut Ozil and Danny Welbeck to long-term injuries in recent years.
However, it remains to be seen whether Guendouzi can recover fully from his injury and return to the side in time for next season. For now, Arsenal will hope to find a replacement for him quickly and get back into the thick of the Premier League title race.