No Arteta on Bench????

[Blue_Arsed_Fly]

Missed the game but just read a few match reports. Why was there no Arteta in the squad today????

Hopefully not ANOTHER set-back.

 

[chicoazul]

He's in talks with City mate.

 

[heatmeiser]

He had - quite a well reported - groin strain.

 

[chicoazul]

I'd strain his groin.

 

[jamiem]

I heard he was doubtful for this w/e after the sunderland game, don't think it's serious

 

[Hayee]

Precautionary - slight groin strain

 

[Caveo]

saving him for the Derby

 

[maddison]

I think these things are normal after big injuries. It takes time for all those smaller muscles to strengthen again, so I"m not surprised he's had a little niggle

Goodness I hope he's fit to give it to the RS!! Watch out Rafael, have a look at what a proper creative midfielder can do and drool fatty!

 

[Cahill's Metatarsal]

Yeah, spend that long not using many muscles & it's no surprise that when you start using them all again, some get strained a bit. He was in with a shout of playing but Moyes was cautious with him, which is just what I want at this stage, take no chances & make sure he only plays when fit

 

[Sharpys top lip]

On his way to Chelsea...

 

[BlackToffee]

saving him for the Derby

Slight groin strain and this one. No conspiracy, just a sensible precaution.