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title: "Mikel Arteta and Eberechi Eze provide injury update after Arsenal vs Newcastle"
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author: "Lachlan Garrett"
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published: "2026-04-25T19:19:29Z"
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# Mikel Arteta and Eberechi Eze provide injury update after Arsenal vs Newcastle

**Arsenal received a timely double update on both availability and fitness, as Mikel Arteta and Eberechi Eze addressed key concerns following the clash with Newcastle.**

Firstly, Arteta reflected on the lack of continuity within his attacking unit. At the same time, attention quickly shifted to Eze after he appeared to pick up a knock. Consequently, questions emerged around both chemistry and fitness heading into a crucial period.

However, both updates offered clarity. As a result, Arsenal can approach the coming fixtures with greater confidence.

> Mikel Arteta on playing Ødegaard & Eze together now: “They haven’t been available much in this season. With Kai \[Havertz\] & Bukayo \[Saka\], they have NEVER played together, which is incredible. We’ve had to manage a lot of situations this season.” [pic.twitter.com/JYchJt1rMv](https://t.co/JYchJt1rMv)
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> — afcstuff (@afcstuff) [April 25, 2026](https://twitter.com/afcstuff/status/2048116374782824663?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

## **Arteta explains lack of attacking cohesion**

Arteta admitted that several key players have rarely shared the pitch this season.

“They haven’t been available much in this season.”

He expanded further on the issue.

“With Kai \[Havertz\] and Bukayo \[Saka\], they have NEVER played together, which is incredible.”

Therefore, Arsenal have struggled to build consistent attacking relationships, with availability dictating selection rather than tactical preference.

- **READ MORE:** [Arsenal player ratings vs Newcastle: Eze electrifies while Havertz halted by injury blow](https://readarsenal.com/2026/04/25/arsenal-player-ratings-vs-newcastle-united/)

## **Eze provides Arsenal injury reassurance**

Attention then turned to Eze, who quickly eased concerns over his fitness.

“I’m alright, I’m all good! It was just precaution.”

That response will come as a major boost. Given his growing influence, Arsenal cannot afford further setbacks in attacking areas.

> Eberechi Eze on his injury: “I’m alright, I’m all good! It was just precaution.” \[Sky\]
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> — afcstuff (@afcstuff) [April 25, 2026](https://twitter.com/afcstuff/status/2048116771236749475?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)

Ultimately, while Arteta continues to manage availability challenges, Eze’s update ensures one key piece remains firmly in place.

**More to follow…**