As we enter the end of September, Arsenal Football Club has been dealt a hammer blow: new central midfielder Mikiel Marinu has suffered a minor fracture to his right leg after an unfortunate and violent collision with teammate Gaber Magahis during a training session. The 28-year-old Spanish international suffered a serious injury and is expected to be back in uniform at the end of October after the international break, according to the Daily Mail.
Arsenal coach Adi Da has given a preview on Malenu's injury, saying that he has a long recovery period. According to the latest information, Malenu may be expected to return to action in the early hours of Oct. 20, when he faces Great Britain in a Premier League match. The midfielder's transfer fee is as high as 37 million euros (about HK$320 million), and if he is unable to play, Adidas' tactical layout will face a serious challenge.
At the same time, Arsenal's midfield leader, Dylan Rice, is facing suspension after receiving a red in the Premier League match against Brighton. As the "London Derby" against Tottenham approaches, Adidas will face a major test in the art of squad deployment.
