Mikel Arteta discusses Declan Rice's injury management ahead of Leeds match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 2:33 PM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
Mikel Arteta emphasized the importance of managing Declan Rice's fitness as Arsenal prepares for their match against Leeds this weekend. Rice, who withdrew from the England squad during the international break due to concerns over workload, has been dealing with issues since the World Cup. Arteta acknowledged Rice's heavy schedule over the past few seasons and suggested the need for caution. Additionally, Arsenal welcomed back several players to training, including Ben White, Piero Hincapie, and Cristhian Mosquera. Kai Havertz and Ezri Konsa's availability remains uncertain, as both returned to their clubs before their respective national matches. Christos Tzolis is expected to miss several weeks with a hamstring injury, while Max Dowman is fit for selection.
- •Declan Rice withdrew from England squad amid injury concerns.
- •Rice faces fitness management heading into Leeds match.
- •Arsenal training squad sees return of White, Hincapie, and Mosquera.
- •Kai Havertz and Ezri Konsa's availability uncertain after withdrawals.
- •Christos Tzolis out for several weeks with hamstring injury.
- 3:16 PMYahoo Sports — Arteta Explains Declan Rice Absence and Gives Leeds Availability Update
- 2:33 PMYahoo Sports — Mikel Arteta reveals Declan Rice worry in Arsenal injury update
"The international break is over, and Arsenal return to action on October 10 vs Leeds, and Mikel Arteta has spoken to the press ahead of that fixture, where he gave an important update on the availability of Declan Rice and why the midfielder withdrew from the England squad. Arsenal Ready for Busy October Mikel Arteta …
"Rice withdrew from the England squad during the international break and has endured a heavy workload in the last few seasons
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 9, 2026, 3:16 PMArteta Explains Declan Rice Absence and Gives Leeds Availability Update
The international break is over, and Arsenal return to action on October 10 vs Leeds, and Mikel Arteta has spoken to the press ahead of that fixture, where he gave an important update on the availability of Declan Rice and why the midfielder withdrew from the England squad. Arsenal Ready for Busy October Mikel Arteta …
- Yahoo SportsOct 9, 2026, 2:33 PMMikel Arteta reveals Declan Rice worry in Arsenal injury update
Rice withdrew from the England squad during the international break and has endured a heavy workload in the last few seasons
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