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4 DAYS AGO • GOAL.COM

Bench option at Bournemouth Zinchenko (calf) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Bournemouth.

Impact Zinchenko returns for the first time since August as he's fully recovered from a calf injury. The fullback is the backup option to Riccardo Calafiori at left-back.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to return Zinchenko (calf) is set to return for Saturday's trip to Bournemouth, according to manager Mikel Arteta. "They are quite close, the three of them. Again today we're going to have t...

Impact Zinchenko is working his way back to fitness, and he was nearing a return before the break. With the extra two weeks to recover it seems the defender should be set to make a full return for Saturday's clash. Riccardo Calafiori will likely remain the starting left-back even as Zinchenko returns.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Returning after break Zinchenko (calf) is hoping to return after the international break, according to manager Mikel Arteta. "Alex probably after the international break if everything goes well,"

Impact Zinchenko's recovery from a calf injury is going well and he seems set to make a return after the international break. The defender suffered the calf injury in September, and has missed quite a few matches due to how busy the early schedule is. Still he's trending the right way towards a return with the international break up next.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Out a few weeks Zinchenko is expected to miss a few more weeks of action due to his calf injury, according to manager Mikel Arteta. "I think he will still be out for a few weeks unfortunately."

Impact Zinchenko will remain on the sideline for a bit longer, as after already missing three matches, he is now expected to be out a few more weeks. A return won't come until mid-october, possibly even sitting out until after the October international break. The left-back will hope to be back on the field as soon as possible, as he continues to drop down the depth chart due to his absence, with his club having plenty of talented options to play full-back. That said, even once he is healthy, he will likely reside on the bench and need to earn his spot back in the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Out with calf injury Zinchenko is not in the squad to face Tottenham on Sunday due to a calf injury.

Impact Zinchenko misses out on Sunday's fixture after returning from international duty injured. The fullback has been a backup option with Jurrien Timber's return to fitness.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench vs Belguim Zinchenko generated one cross (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 0-0 draw against Belgium.

Impact Zinchenko started on the bench against Belgium during the final group stage match Wednesday. He ends the Euros making two starts in three appearances, totaling four crosses (zero accurate), six tackles (five won), four clearances and two chances created.

JUNE 26 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against Slovakia Zinchenko assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Friday's 2-1 win versus Slovakia.

Impact Zinchenko spearheaded the comeback by setting up Mykola Shaparenko for the equalizer with a great cross in the 54th minute. Zinchenko created a chance and also marked his defensive contribution with four tackles, four clearances and an interception. He is a key element of the team and will be expected to start against Belgium.

JUNE 23 • ROTOWIRE

Poor start to Euros Zinchenko generated one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 3-0 loss to Romania.

Impact Zinchenko's Euro 2024 campaign got off to a shaky start as him and his defense allowed three goals to Romania. He also provided little help on the attack, creating just one chance and recording one inaccurate cross in his full 90 minutes of action.

JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE

Falls out of favor late Zinchenko made 27 appearances (20 starts), scoring once and assisting twice in the Premier League.

Impact Zinchenko seemingly opened the season as the starter but by the end of the season he had fallen largely out of the favor. That was exemplified as he was left unused on the bench for five of the final seven matches. Jakub Kiwior and Takehiro Tomiyasu are both tough competition for Zinchenko, who will face an uphill battle to take back his starting role.

MAY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Unused again Zinchenko has been unused in four of the last five matches in all competitions.

Impact Zinchenko is back from injury but he's fallen out of favor, with just one appearance in the last five matches. That appearance came off the bench as well, indicating that the left-back has little chance of significant playing time in the closing stages of the Premier League.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal are evolving at a pace that could leave Zinchenko, Jesus and others behind Oleksandr Zinchenko and Gabriel Jesus quickly became integral players at Arsenal but suddenly their positions seem less secure

APRIL 23 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Oleksandr Zinchenko: Arsenal's irresistible but imperfect solution in a problem position Arsenal will look to purchase another left-back in the summer having yet to open significant talks with Zinchenko over a new contract

APRIL 15 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Busy defensively versus Luton Zinchenko had one off-target shot, created one chance, made two tackles (both won), five clearances and two interceptions and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Wednesday...

Impact Zinchenko made his first start since returning from the calf injury that sidelined him for a month and made up for the lack of attacking input with defensive numbers way above the usual. The left-back saw Jakub Kiwior playing well in his place after he went down so the fight to see who gets the nod during the final stretch of the season could be very entertaining.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 11 minutes in return Zinchenko played 11 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 2-1 win over Brentford. He registered one interception.

Impact Zinchenko didn't do much in his return to action after a five-game absence, but having him back is an excellent sign for Mikel Arteta. Given that Zinchenko has been Arsenal's starting left-back for most of the season, there's a chance he'll recover that starting role when the Gunners take on Porto on Tuesday in the Round of 16 of the UEFA Champions League.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

On bench in return Zinchenko (calf) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Brentford.

Impact Zinchenko is finally back with the team, ending a five-match absence due to a calf issue. The defender will now look to reclaim his spot from Jakub Kiwior on the left flank of the defense, as before the injury, Zinchencko had started in all but five matches he has been available for.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Zinchenko (calf) is out for Monday's contest against Sheffield United.

Impact Zinchenko is still not ready for his return to play, now missing his fifth straight match due to a lingering calf issue. The defender was facing a late fitness test coming into the contest, so with that being said, he should be an option for Saturday's game against Brentford. If this is the case, he will most likely get the start, replacing Jukub Kiwior, who has held Zinchenko's role since he has been out.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Facing late fitness test Zinchenko (calf) appears to be facing a late fitness test for Monday's match against Sheffield United, as manager Mikel Arteta told reporters, "We have to wait and see, especially...

Impact Zinchenko will be a game-time decision Monday, awaiting a late test on his calf issue to decide if he will end his four-match absence and face Sheffield. If the defender is ready to go, he will most likely be given the start, as he has started in 20 of the 27 matches he has been an option for this season. However, if the club decides to preserve the player and take his return cautiously, Takehiro Tomiyasu could also get the start with him possibly returning from an undisclosed issue, or Jakub Kiwior will get the start again, as he has started the past four matches while the other two have been out.

FEBRUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined ZInchenko (calf) is out for Saturday's match against Newcastle.

Impact Zinchenko is now missing his fourth straight match, still having yet to recover from a lingering calf issue. The defender was a possibility for the contest Saturday, so his return cannot be too far away, as he will hope to take the field next week against Sheffield on Monday.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Zinchenko (calf) is near a return, manager Mikel Arteta announced before Saturday's clash with Newcastle United. "Alex [Zinchenko] is not far at all,"

Impact Zinchenko is close to a return and could be back in some capacity as soon as Saturday's match. Zinchenko would need to make major strides during training Friday to get back on the pitch Saturday, but at least seems to have a chance. Jakub Kiwior has taken a larger role in the starting XI with Zinchenko on the sideline.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected to return Zinchenko (calf) isn't expected to be an option for Wednesday's trip to Porto, according to Simon Collins of the Evening Standard.

Impact Zinchenko was reportedly nearing a return before a Saturday trip to Burnley but evidently wasn't able to make it back. He's still going to be sidelined in the Champions League as well after miss training Tuesday. Jakub Kiwior will be in for another start at left-back as Zinchenko targets a return during a Saturday clash with Newcastle United.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Zinchenko (calf) is nearing a return for Saturday's trip to Burnley, according to manager Mikel Arteta. "We have a training session again today, some of them have done a few bits t...

Impact Zinchenko isn't back to full fitness, but he's going to be a true game-time call for Saturday's clash. If he can get back on the pitch he should compete for chances in the starting XI, after starting six of his last seven matches before this injury.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Hoping to play Saturday Zinchenko (calf) is working his way back to full fitness as he looks to return against Burnley on Saturday, per Arsenal Insider Charles Watts.

Impact Zinchenko has started each of his last six outings, in which he recorded one assist, four shots (one on target) and six crosses (two accurate), and figures to be in contention to reclaim the left-back spot in the starting XI. Jakub Kiwior figures to find himself relegated to a bench role if Zinchenko plays against Burnley.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Taken off with calf issue Zinchenko was taken off during Sunday's contest against Liverpool due to a calf issue, as manager Mikel Arteta announced after the match, "Alex, we don't know because he had some f...

Impact Zinchenko only made it to halftime against Liverpool before being taken off in the win, appearing to have picked up more discomfort in his calf, an injury he has been going back and forth with all season. The defender will plan for the injury to just be minor and only a feeling in the calf, as he is still yet to undergo full testing on his issue. With the player being a regular starter, everyone around the club will look for the left-back to be on the field this weekend against West Ham on Sunday, hoping to have a decent week of recovery and put his injury concerns behind him once again.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Registers assist Zinchenko registered one assist from four chances created and attempted four crosses (two accurate) in Tuesday's 2-1 win over Nottingham Forest.

Impact Zinchenko's assist came when he took a quick throw-in to find Jesus in the box and he ranked joint first for chances created. However, he played Gonzalo Montiel onside for Nottingham's goal and was seen in animated discussion with manager Mikel Arteta after the full-time whistle. Despite this, he is unlikely to lose his starting place due to a lack of competition in the left-back position.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE