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Mikel Arteta will have to cope without one of his key attackers as Arsenal navigate a must-win game against FC Porto.
Arsenal have suffered a fresh injury blow, with Gabriel Martinelli expected to miss Tuesday's UEFA Champions League game against Portuguese giants FC Porto.
Martinelli injured his foot against Sheffield United around the 60-minute mark in the Gunners' 6-0 win, requiring assistance off the pitch after the challenge left him unable to walk without support.
The winger's absence continued in the victory over Brentford, as Arsenal claimed the top spot in the Premier League.
He then missed training on Monday before the Porto clash, where Arsenal trail 1-0 on aggregate.
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Martinelli injured and unavailable for crucial Porto clash
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Arteta confirmed the Brazilian forward had missed training but refused to give away much else.
"Not many updates – we’re trying to have everybody fit and available.
"Tomiyasu trained but Gabi didn’t, but that’s what we’re hoping for [Tomiyasu to be involved].
"Percentage you want [on Martinelli playing]? There are options. Sorry to disappoint you!" Arteta said.
Martinelli will be a major loss for Arteta while he is sidelined, having registered eight goals and five assists so far this season."
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