Capital One Cup: Serge Gnabry doubtful for game against Chelsea

Serge Gnabry doubtful for the Capital One Cup against Chelsea

According to Arsene Wenger, Serge Gnabry is a doubt for the Capital One Cup fourth round match against Chelsea.

He also confirmed that Thomas Eisfeld, Emmanuel Frimpong, Gedion Zelalem and Mathieu Flamini would not be featuring in the match.

Wenger said, “Zelalem is not yet available. He had a knee problem. He is back in full training but he has not played yet. He will play 45 minutes with the under-18 team later this week.

“Serge Gnabry has a problem, he got a kick on the ankle. He will be assessed tomorrow. After that we will decide who plays and who doesn’t play. I will decide [on Tuesday]. Eisfeld has a back problem.

“Frimpong is still short of competition. Isaac Hayden will be involved, Ryo and Gnabry if he’s fit.”

Arsene Wenger confirmed that he would not be appealing Arteta’s red card, and also provided an update on Flamini’s situation.

He said, “He has a scan today and then we will get the results as to how long he will be out. It doesn’t look like a bad muscle injury but honestly it’s too early to give you a precise answer. It’s a groin injury.”