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

Arsenal's preparations for their Champions League quarter-final clash with Sporting CP have been dealt a blow, as Declan Rice is uncertain to participate due to a training absence on Tuesday. Mikel Arteta remains hopeful that Rice will recover in time, but the midfielder's potential absence would significantly impact the team. With a crucial Premier League match against Manchester City looming, Arsenal's injury concerns are mounting, including the ongoing absences of Jurrien Timber, Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard, and Riccardo Calafiori. Arteta has expressed optimism regarding Saka's recovery, anticipating his return within days rather than weeks. The Gunners' injury woes have raised questions about their strategy for the Champions League quarter-final, with potential replacements for Rice including Christian Norgaard, Kai Havertz, and Leandro Trossard.