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Jurrien Timber sends Arsenal fitness warning ahead of Premier League return

Jurrien Timber has admitted he is still not fully match fit and knows Arsenal will have to manage his workload carefully over the coming weeks. The Dutch defender has only recently returned after a frustrating spell on the sidelines with…

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 7:47 AM
Jurrien Timber sends Arsenal fitness warning ahead of Premier League return
Key Things to Know
  • Jurrien Timber warned he is not fully match fit and urged caution regarding his workload.
  • The Dutch defender recently returned from a groin injury that ruled him out of the 2026 World Cup.
  • Timber appeared for Arsenal against Sunderland and Brighton before featuring in two games for the Netherlands.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Jurrien Timber has admitted he is not yet fully match fit and stressed that Arsenal must carefully manage his minutes to avoid another setback. The Dutch defender recently returned from a prolonged groin injury that previously sidelined him for much of the end of Arsenal's title-winning campaign and the 2026 World Cup.

Timber recently featured in Arsenal matches against Sunderland and Brighton before making appearances for the Netherlands against Greece and Serbia. Ahad Shaukat writes that manager Mikel Arteta should avoid rushing the versatile defender back into heavy action ahead of Arsenal's upcoming Premier League clash with Leeds United.

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