By Martin Graham
arsenal they are increasingly restless Ben White can be left aside for at least a month after the muscle problem against which he collected Wolves.
Medicals are still ongoing, but early indications suggest the right-back could be out for four to six weeks.
The Whites were forced to stop midway through the first half of Saturday’s 2-1 success at the Emirates Stadium, leaving the field in the 31st minute.
Myles Lewis-Skelly brought in to reshuffle the defensive line after the 28-year-old signaled he could not continue.
After the final whistle, head coach Mikel Arteta confirmed the problem appeared to be hamstring-related.
Defensive options were stretched during a busy schedule
White’s potential absence adds further strain to a backline already dealing with a number of fitness issues as games arrive in quick succession.
The England international has featured 11 times in all competitions this campaign, making him a regular for the league leaders.
central defense Gabriel Magalhaes he is currently unavailable after suffering a hamstring problem while representing Brazil during the most recent international window.
This injury is expected to keep him out until the end of the calendar year, reducing Arteta’s options at the back.
Another defender, Christian Mosquerahe is also unavailable, with an ankle problem ruling him out until mid-January 2026.
Upcoming matches and partial returns
There was some relief at the weekend as William Saliba and Jurrien Timber returned to central defense after overcoming recent fitness concerns.
However, Arsenal now face a demanding run of fixtures, starting with a league trip to Everton on Saturday.
A Carabao Cup quarter-final against Crystal Palace will follow on December 23.
Before the end of the year, Brighton and Aston Villa are due to visit North London on December 27 and 30 respectively.
Arteta’s side currently sit two points clear of Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table as this run approaches.
