Jurrien Timber is eyeing a comeback for Arsenal as he returns to first-team training after a lengthy spell on the sidelines due to a knee injury suffered on the Premier League’s opening weekend in August.Although still on the path to full fitness, the 22-year-old defender took a significant step forward by joining his teammates for training at Emirates Stadium on Wednesday. While he didn’t participate in the entire session, Timber engaged in group activities after initially undergoing individual drills.Jurriën Timber finally kicking a ball at the Emirates pic.twitter.com/esGmnTk90o— French Gøøner (@dacodac) February 28, 2024 With Arsenal contending for both Champions League and Premier League spots, Timber is eager to contribute during the decisive phase of the season. The team’s next fixture is an away match against Sheffield United on Monday.Meanwhile, Thomas Partey has been progressing well in training since last week and is anticipated to return for the Sheffield United clash. Gabriel Jesus, who has been dealing with a knee issue since last month, is also back in training after being an unused substitute in the Gunners’ EPL triumph over Newcastle United last weekend.##NAJAVA_MECA_7910289##However, Oleksandr Zinchenko and Takehiro Tomiyasu remain sidelined with calf injuries. While Zinchenko is closer to a return and is pushing to be included in the squad for the upcoming game, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is cautious about rushing him back to ensure a fully fit squad for the crucial final stretch of the season.|ICYMI| Thomas Partey and Jurrien Timber 😂😭”you got inspiration from my outfit on wednesday?” pic.twitter.com/N88MFzazHT— 𝕏elorm (@selormafc_) February 29, 2024 In Zinchenko’s absence, Jakub Kiwior has impressed while deputizing at left-back, providing a solid option for Arteta’s squad depth.
