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Arsenal Injuries News Return date of Viktor Gyökeres, Martin Ødegaard, Gabriel Martinelli, Kai Havertz, Noni Madueke, Gabriel Magalhães, Riccardo Calafiori
Injuries have been a real theme at Arsenal this Premier League season, the squad have picked up knocks at tricky moments and a handful of key players missed games going into the international break.
Mikel Arteta and the medical team have been cautious, trying to bring players back without risking relapses.
This article lays out Arsenal’s current injury list, latest return date estimates, and what the absences mean for the team ahead of a busy run of fixtures, including the North London derby on 23 November 2025.
All dates below are the latest reported by the club and reputable outlets.
Below are Arsenal’s main current absentees, the injury type and the latest expected return notes:
Martin Ødegaard
Injury: Medial collateral ligament (left knee)
Expected Return: Late November 2025
Viktor Gyökeres
Injury: Strain injury
Expected Return: Late November 2025
Gabriel Martinelli
Injury: Knock
Expected Return: Late November 2025
Noni Madueke
Injury: Knee injury
Expected Return: Late November 2025
Kai Havertz
Injury: Knee injury
Expected Return: Early December 2025
Gabriel Magalhães
Injury: Muscle injury
Expected Return: Early December 2025
Riccardo Calafiori
Injury: Physical discomfort
Expected Return: Doubtful
Gabriel Jesus
Injury: Cruciate ligament injury
Expected Return: Mid December 2025
Ødegaard’s MCL problem is the most delicate because it affects his knee stability for shooting and turning.
The club are cautious: while Arteta and the captain hope for a return soon, the timeline depends on how his knee responds to training, so 23 November is a target, not a promise.
Having Ødegaard back restores the creative heartbeat and leadership on the pitch.
Gyökeres was withdrawn at half-time at Burnley with a muscular issue.
Arsenal’s medical team have aimed to have him back after the international break, with the North London derby (23 Nov) named as a realistic target if tests go well.
His return would add an aggressive, physical forward option to Arteta’s attack.
Martinelli limped out of the Crystal Palace game (Oct 26). Arsenal’s feeling is cautiously positive and they’re hopeful he can be available after the break, again 23 Nov is the working target, but Arteta has warned not to rush him.
If Martinelli returns, Arsenal get back important width and goal threat.
Madueke’s knee felt bad at City, but scans were clear of cruciate damage. Arteta said he expects Madueke to miss a few weeks; reports now suggest he’s progressing and could be fit by the end of November, giving Arteta more options on the wing.
Havertz needed a minor knee procedure earlier. Arteta has described his return as “many, many weeks” but optimistic that he’ll be back soon.
Media outlets list him among players Arteta hopes to have available after the break. He gives tactical flexibility through the middle or as a false nine.
A fresh muscle problem in Brazil’s friendly saw Gabriel leave the Brazil camp and return to Arsenal for assessment.
Brazil confirmed a right-thigh muscle issue; Arsenal will scan and manage him cautiously. At present he’s a doubt for the derby, and the club will not risk him unless cleared.
This is one to watch closely over the next 48–72 hours.
Calafiori pulled out of Italy duty with a physical discomfort problem but returned to Arsenal; reports, including Fabrizio Romano’s and local outlets, suggest the club are not expecting a serious issue and anticipate him being available next week.
That would be a timely defensive boost if true.
Gabriel Jesus returning to full training after his long rehab is the season’s big positive. Arsenal will bring him back carefully, match minutes will be managed, but his presence raises hope for more options late in 2025.
Arsenal go into their next game with a squad that is still not at full strength. Some players are recovering well, but the medical team is taking things step by step to avoid any setbacks.
There is also a positive feeling around the camp, with a few players moving closer to returning, though nothing is being rushed.
The focus right now is on keeping the team fresh, managing fitness levels, and preparing properly for the upcoming fixture.
The final squad decision will depend on how everyone responds in training before matchday.
Mikel Arteta Latest Comments
Mikel Arteta has been honest about not wanting to rush players: he repeatedly says returns are “weeks” rather than days and he’ll wait for full medical clearance.
He’s also described the boost of potentially having several players ready as “huge” while reminding fans that everything must be perfect before players are risked.
Those cautious lines explain why Arsenal sometimes delay returns even when players feel close.
FAQs
1. Who is injured for Arsenal right now?
Martin Ødegaard, Viktor Gyökeres, Gabriel Martinelli, Noni Madueke, Kai Havertz, Gabriel, and Riccardo Calafiori.
2. When will Ødegaard be back?
The club are targeting after the international break, around 23 Nov,but it remains dependent on how his knee reacts to training.
3. Is Gabriel fit for the derby?
Not yet, he left Brazil’s camp with a right-thigh muscle issue and must be scanned and cleared by Arsenal medics; right now he’s a doubt.
4. Has Gabriel Jesus returned?
Yes, Jesus is back in full training and will be reintegrated carefully; his match return is expected later in 2025.