Arsenal Faces Uncertainty Over Declan Rice's Availability for Champions League Quarter-Final

Arsenal's preparations for their Champions League quarter-final against Sporting CP have been dealt a blow, as midfielder Declan Rice is uncertain to play due to an injury. Rice missed training on Tuesday, and although manager Mikel Arteta is hopeful he can recover in time, the midfielder's absence would be a significant setback for the team. Arsenal are already without several key players, including Jurrien Timber, Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard, and Riccardo Calafiori, and Rice's potential absence would further weaken their lineup. Arteta expressed concern over Rice's injury, stating that the player's heavy workload this season may be a contributing factor. The manager is waiting to assess Rice's condition on Wednesday morning before making a decision on his availability. Meanwhile, other players like Piero Hincapie and Eberechi Eze, who were previously injured, have returned to training, offering some hope for Arsenal's squad depth. The team's upcoming schedule is packed, with a crucial Premier League match against Manchester City on Sunday, and the potential absence of Rice could have significant implications for their chances in both competitions.