Arsenal Dealt Myles Lewis-Skelly Injury Blow as Defensive Woes Worsen

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The talented young star had been experiencing a streak of participation in the team recently.

Arsenal has been dealt a significant blow with the injury of young defender Myles Lewis-Skelly, who has been ruled out of the team’s upcoming fixtures. The 18-year-old, who has been a standout performer this season, picked up the injury during Arsenal’s recent match against Aston Villa.

Lewis-Skelly’s absence comes at a particularly challenging time for Arsenal, as the team has been struggling defensively. The young defender had been enjoying a run in the side and his presence will be sorely missed. In his absence, Oleksandr Zinchenko has been handed a rare start, while Riccardo Calafiori is only fit enough for the bench.

Mikel Arteta, Arsenal’s manager, expressed his disappointment over the injury, stating that Lewis-Skelly could not finish the training session due to the incident during the match against Aston Villa. Arteta emphasized the need for the team to adapt and find solutions despite the setback.

The injury to Lewis-Skelly highlights the ongoing defensive woes that Arsenal has been facing this season. The team’s inability to maintain a solid defensive structure has been a major concern, and the loss of a key player like Lewis-Skelly only exacerbates the issue.