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Could still return this season Zinchenko (calf) hasn't been ruled out for the rest of the season and could be an option versus Brighton on Sunday. Manager Mikel Arteta told reporters, "We have another session to...

Impact Zinchenko is far from a lock to be in the squad for Sunday's contest, especially considering previous reports indicated that the left-back could be out for the remainder of the season. If Zinchenko does miss some time, Kieran Tierney figures to slot into the starting XI at left-back.

MAY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reportedly out rest of season Zinchenko will miss the rest of the season with a calf injury suffered in the win against Arsenal, reports The Athletic.

Impact Zinchenko had been fairly healthy since the World Cup, even if he picked up minor knocks here and there. He had a mostly successful first season for the Gunners, starting 26 league matches en route to one goal, two assists and 37 crosses. While he was only marked for two clean sheets, that was because Kieran Tierney, who will be the team's only healthy left-back for the final few matches, often replaced him late in games.

MAY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates chance against Man City Zinchenko took a shot and created a chance in Wednesday's 4-1 defeat against Manchester City. He also made a clearance and an interception in the match.

Impact Zinchenko and his teammates were unable to pose much of a threat to his former club on Wednesday as Arsenal's winless streak extended to four games in a row and now the Premier League title race has swung definitively back in City's favor.

APRIL 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Southampton Zinchenko (groin) was named to the starting XI versus Southampton on Friday.

Impact Zinchenko returns to the pitch after missing just one match due to his groin problem. With the left-back reclaiming his place in the starting XI, Kieran Tierney finds himself relegated to a bench role. For his part, in his last five outings, Zinchenko notched just one cross (accurate), four shots (one on target) and six interceptions.

APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to miss more time Zinchenko (groin) has no timeline to return, according to manager Mikel Arteta. "It's a muscular injury and it needs some time to heal and we're not there yet."

Impact Unfortunately for Zinchenko, it sounds like he'll miss next week's trip to Manchester City and possibly more. He's started 22 league matches this season and had started every match since November prior to missing the draw against West Ham. Kieran Tierney, who had dropped to a bench role behind Zinchenko, will get his chance for minutes at left-back.

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with groin injury Zinchenko is not in the match day squad to face West Ham on Sunday due to a groin injury.

Impact Zinchenko misses out on Sunday's match after suffering the injury in the build up. Kieran Tierney starts at left back and would be the full time replacement if Zinchenko is out an extended period.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Impactful playmaker in win Zinchenko fired three shots (none accurate), placed six crosses (none accurate) and engaged in four tackles in Saturday's 3-2 defeat of Bournemouth.

Impact Zinchenko's fantasy point score did not do his performance on Saturday justice. He was one of the Gunner's key playmakers, harrowing the Cherries defense around the edge of the penalty area and getting the ball into his strikers. He had the most touches in the game (118) with 90% passing accuracy.The defender has made 19 appearances (18 starts), scored once, delivered two assists and has contributed to two clean sheets.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in win Zinchenko created two chances and assisted a goal in Wednesday's 4-0 victory against Everton. He also made a clearance, two interceptions and won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Zinchenko set up Bukayo Saka's opening goal Wednesday with his second assist of the season. He's created 11 chances from left back across 13 Premier League appearances since recovering from a calf injury at the start of November.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Generates first goal of year Zinchenko scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 4-2 win against Aston Villa.

Impact Zinchenko finally got his first goal of the season against Aston Villa Saturday. A calf injury has haunted the 26-year-old this campaign, making him spend several matches on the sideline. In 15 starts 17 appearances in all competitions this year, Zinchenko has totaled one goal, one assists, 28 tackles (12 won), 17 clearances and 10 chances created.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Creates chance in loss Zinchenko made an interception and created a chance in Wednesday's 3-1 defeat against Manchester City. He also won one of two tackles in the match.

Impact Zinchenko was always going to have a tougher time against his former club Wednesday than he did versus Brentford last weekend -- when he recorded five shots (one on target) and two chances created -- but he will be disappointed in this result as Arsenal's title hopes have taken a blow with this home defeat to City.

FEBRUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 19, 2023 • SKY.COM

Tracking well Zinchenko is "progressing well" to feature in the Dec. 26 Boxing Day match against West Ham, according to manager Mikel Arteta.

Impact Zinchenko didn't play in the Dec. 17 friendly against Juventus as some fitness issues have arisen during the World Cup break and throughout October as well. There isn't much to worry about yet, but keep an eye out if Zinchenko is still unable to train without limits over the next week.

DECEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Makes four tackles in win Zinchenko made four tackles (two won) during 78 minutes of Sunday's 1-0 win over Chelsea.

Impact Zinchenko made his first start since returning from a calf injury that kept him out for all but one game in October. If he can stay fit and improve his fitness during the break for the World Cup, Zinchenko should regularly start at left-back in 2023.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Left on bench in win Zinchenko spent Thursday's 1-0 win over FC Zurich on the bench.

Impact Zinchenko wasn't able to play but appears to be back after a month-long absence with a thigh injury. Once fit enough to start, Kieran Tierney and Takehiro Tomiyasu will likely see reductions in their minutes at left-back. Since fitness has been an issue for all three of these players at various moments, Zinchenko may not reliably start each match in the second half of the season either.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Zinchenko (calf) participated in Wednesday's training session ahead of Thursday's UEL match against FC Zurich, according to Simon Collings of the Evening Standard.

Impact Zinchenko might be back in training but don't count on much until he gets the all-clear from manager Mikel Arteta. While waiting for that news, Kieran Tierney and Takehiro Tomiyasu should continue to alternate appearances at left-back.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out of squad Zinchenko is not in the match day squad to face Southampton on Sunday.

Impact Zinchenko was close to a return after training in the buildup to the match but ultimately fails to make the squad as he continues to recover from a calf injury. The versatile wide man will hope to make his return next week against Nottingham Forest.

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Sunday Zinchenko (calf) may be available versus Southampton on Sunday with manager Mikel Arteta telling reporters, "I think he's close [to returning]. He's getting better and better and h...

Impact Arteta wouldn't go so far as to confirm Zinchenko would be in the squad Sunday but it certainly seems the defender is trending in the right direction. The left-back has started five of his six appearances this season but will have to supplant Kieran Tierney from a spot in the starting XI.

OCTOBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Thursday Zinchenko (calf) didn't make the team sheet for Thursday's UEL match against PSV.

Impact Zinchenko was given a chance to return by manager Mikel Arteta but he's been exceptionally reserved with information about the Ukranian during an absence of five straight games. It's not worth counting on too much information until Zinchenko gets the all-clear, though there should be a better shot of him returning before the end of October if he's on the right track.

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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