- Arsenal defender Ben White has been ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a “significant” medial knee ligament injury sustained during the recent match against West Ham.
- The injury is a major blow to Arsenal's aspirations for a Premier League and Champions League double, as White will miss their final two league games and the European final against Paris Saint-Germain on 30 May.
- White's absence also effectively ends his prospects of participating in the upcoming World Cup, having recently returned to the England squad after a four-year international exile.
- Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta faces a selection dilemma at right-back for crucial upcoming fixtures, with Jurrien Timber also sidelined for the last two months with a groin problem.
- The club's medical team is now managing White's recovery and rehabilitation programme, with the aim of having him ready for the start of pre-season preparations.
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