Noni Madueke To Be Available For Arsenal Ahead Of Title Clash Vs Manchester City

Arsenal have received a significant fitness boost with the news that Noni Madueke is expected to be available for Sunday's pivotal Premier League clash against Manchester City. 

The winger sparked fears of a long-term layoff after being forced off during midweek Champions League action, but early indications suggest the damage is not as severe as first feared.

Arsenal are optimistic that Madueke will be fit for Sunday’s showdown against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium, per

The England international appeared to be in significant discomfort following a challenge from Sporting forward Pedro Goncalves, specifically struggling with an injury to his right knee. 

After receiving treatment on the pitch, he was eventually replaced by teenager Max Dowman, leading to concerns that he could be set for a spell on the sidelines during the most critical juncture of the season.

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While Madueke is due to be assessed further by Arsenal’s medical staff over the coming days, the early diagnosis has provided a huge sigh of relief for the north London club. 

He is said to have avoided a serious structural injury and is instead suffering with a dead leg, which typically carries a much shorter recovery timeframe.

This news is particularly welcome given that Madueke has been troubled by knee issues throughout the current campaign. 

He previously injured his left knee while on international duty with England last month during a 1-1 draw with Uruguay, an incident that saw him leave Wembley in a protective brace before making a swift return to action.

Arteta will be desperate to have Madueke available as Arsenal look to end a winless run at the Etihad, where they have not tasted victory in 11 years. Sunday's fixture