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Jurrien Timber undergoes minor groin surgery, aims for pre-season return

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 12:50 PM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Jurrien Timber undergoes minor groin surgery, aims for pre-season return
Summary

Jurrien Timber had minor surgery on his groin injury this summer and is currently in rehabilitation. The Arsenal defender is training individually at the club's training camp in Spain but did not participate in group sessions or a recent friendly against MK Dons. Timber initially withdrew from the summer World Cup with the Netherlands due to this injury. His successful recovery is expected to help him start the 2026/27 season without setbacks.

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  • •Jurrien Timber had minor groin surgery this summer.
  • •He is currently in rehabilitation and training individually.
  • •Timber withdrew from the World Cup due to the injury.
  • •He aims to return for pre-season preparations.
Latest Updates
  • 12:50 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber has undergone surgery after longstanding issue
  • 11:05 AMYahoo Sports — Arsenal starter had minor surgery this summer
What they're saying
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Arsenal have reportedly been monitoring Jurrien Timber closely after he underwent a minor operation on a groin issue weeks ago. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta already has fitness headaches to deal with ...

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Jurrien Timber had minor surgery on his groin injury this summer, according to a report, but he is hoping to play some part in pre-season.Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images For Premier LeagueMatt Ver...

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