The Brazilian defender was taken off on a stretcher during the Gunners’ 3-2 win over Manchester City on Sunday, and it was suspected he may have suffered ankle ligament damage.
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Laurent Koscielny only returned to preseason training on Monday after France’s run to the Euro 2016 final and Wenger has previously said he would not be ready for Liverpool.
“I see the same hunger, if not even more”, said Wilshere.
Liverpool look almost as light as Arsenal in defensive areas so should both sides formidable attacks click today, than we may have a contender for game of the season inside the opening week.
‘This season, we can’t let that happen and if we don’t let that happen we can be champions’.
All other injured players are recovering as scheduled with defender Per Mertesacker and striker Danny Welbeck set to return at the end of the year.
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He said: “Arsenal CB Gabriel out 6/8 weeks – ankle sprain”.
The France worldwide, who helped his side reach the final of the Euros in Paris, was joined on the training ground on Wednesday by compatriot Olivier Giroud and Germany’s Mesut Ozil.
Wilshere picked up a minor patella problem during Arsenal’s preseason tour of the United States, and although he is back in training this week he will not be in the squad to face Liverpool.
Arsene Wenger could make a move to bringing in reinforcements as the transfer window is open for around three more weeks, but with his aversion to spending, it appears unlikely.
This could see Holding partnered with Calum Chambers at the heart of defence, while Krystian Bielik is also an option.
Arsene Wenger’s pre-season has been a costly one.
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