Arsenal’s manager Mikel Arteta is uncertain about the recovery timeline for Martin Odegaard’s ankle ligament injury. The player sustained significant damage while representing Norway, and Arteta is unsure when Odegaard will be back on the field. This injury will keep Odegaard out of the upcoming English Premier League game against Manchester City on Sunday.

Regarding City’s lineup, there is speculation about Kevin de Bruyne’s availability after he seemed to strain himself during the Champions League match against Inter Milan. City manager Guardiola mentioned that De Bruyne is feeling slightly better, but his fitness will be evaluated during training on Saturday to determine if he can play against Arsenal.

Arteta expressed the need to monitor Odegaard’s ankle’s response and development in the coming week before receiving an update from the medical staff on the timeframe for his return. On the other hand, Guardiola is keeping a close watch on de Bruyne’s condition to decide if he can participate in the match at Etihad Stadium.