Team news

Team news: Tierney, Odegaard, Saka, Smith Rowe

Kieran Tierney
Kieran Tierney

We've checked-in with our medical team and here's our team news ahead of Thursday’s Europa League quarter-final first leg against Slavia Prague.



David Luiz

Right knee. David Luiz underwent a small procedure on his right knee at the weekend.

The intervention went well and David is rehabilitating with the medical team.

David is expected to be back to full fitness and available for selection in the upcoming weeks.



Martin Odegaard

Right ankle. Martin has been experiencing discomfort to his right ankle since being on international duty.

Martin is being assessed ahead of Thursday’s match regarding his availability.



Kieran Tierney

Left knee. Kieran sustained ligament damage to his left knee during Saturday’s match against Liverpool.

Surgery will not be required and it’s hoped that Kieran will be back in full training within four to six weeks.



Bukayo Saka

Right hamstring. Bukayo is now back in full training and available for selection.



Emile Smith Rowe

Right thigh/quad. Emile is now back in full training and available for selection.



Granit Xhaka

Unwell. Granit is now back in full training and available for selection.

 

All other players in the men's first team squad are currently available for selection.

As part of Premier League protocol, all members of our first team squad and support staff continue to be regularly tested for COVID-19.