Arsenal team news: Arsene Wenger reveals Chile ace Alexis Sanchez text him to say he was in ‘good shape’ for Manchester United – but Hector Bellerin out for month
ARSENE WENGER has confirmed that he will make a decision on Alexis Sanchez tomorrow ahead of Arsenal’s crunch Premier League clash against Manchester United on Saturday.
Alexis Sanchez bagged twice late on to secure Chile a 3-1 win over UruguayAP:Associated Press
Sanchez played for Chile in their crucial World Cup qualifying game despite what had been described as a “low grade” thigh problem.
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However, Wenegr also confirmed in his press conference today that right-back Hector Bellerin will be sidelined for a month.
Wenger said: “Hector is our for four weeks. He got injured in the last 10 seconds against Spurs after a strong tackle from Danny Rose.”
Hector Bellerin will be out for a monthGetty ImagesArsenal’s Hector Bellerin (left) and Santi Cazorla will not feature in Wenger’s plansPA:Press Association
Fellow Spaniard, Santi Cazorla, is nowhere near returning to full fitness. Wenger added that Cazorla, who has an Achilles injury, is not currently training.
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Wenger said: "Cazorla is still out. I don't know exactly how long for. He's still not even out in training yet."
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