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

Arsenal's midfield maestro Declan Rice is uncertain for the Champions League quarter-final against Sporting CP due to an injury. Rice missed training on Tuesday, and manager Mikel Arteta will make a decision on his availability after assessing his condition on Wednesday morning. The Gunners are already dealing with the absence of key players, including Jurrien Timber, Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard, and Riccardo Calafiori. Arteta expressed hope that Rice will recover in time, given the importance of the upcoming matches, including a crucial Premier League clash with Manchester City. The Arsenal boss acknowledged that Rice's heavy workload might be a contributing factor to his injury, but the player is determined to participate in the Champions League quarter-final. With several players sidelined, Arteta faces a challenge in finding a suitable replacement for Rice, with Christian Norgaard being the only available option as a sitting midfielder. Other players like Kai Havertz, Leandro Trossard, and Myles Lewis-Skelly could potentially fill the void, but it may not be the ideal solution. The Gunners' upcoming schedule is packed, with crucial matches against Manchester City, Newcastle, and a potential Champions League semi-final, making Rice's recovery even more crucial.