Overview
- Arteta confirmed at his pre‑match press conference that Jurrien Timber is not fit to play and will miss the trip to West Ham.
- Asked about the weeks ahead, the manager said he does not know if Timber will play again this season.
- Timber has been sidelined with a groin injury for almost two months after going off against Everton in March.
- Reporting from Football Transfers, cited by Arsenal Insider, says Arsenal do not plan to rush Timber back for league games and are prioritising full fitness for the Champions League final.
- Mikel Merino has returned to some work on the grass after foot surgery, though Arteta said his involvement before season’s end also remains unclear.