Huge Blow as Key Arsenal Midfielder Set for Prolonged Period in Sidelines After He Suffered Serious Injury

• Arsenal could be forced to enter the transfer market in search of a versatile midfielder following Mohamed Elneny's injury
• Elneny is understood to be battling a hamstring strain which was only discovered after he had played 90 minutes of football against Fulham
• Mikel Arteta is already facing shortfalls in the midfield, with Thomas Partey still nursing a thigh injury

Arsenal have been dealt a huge blow after it was established that Mohamed Elneny is set for a prolonged period in the sidelines with a hamstring strain.

Elneny made his return to the Arsenal squad during their recent outing against London rivals Fulham.

His return was touted as a major boost for Mikel Arteta, who has enjoyed a bright start to the new season with his charges.

However, the Spaniard could now be forced to enter the market for a new midfielder following the development around Elneny's fitness.

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According to the The Athletic, Arsenal’s medical staff established that Elneny has a hamstring strain could keep him on the sidelines for a prolonged period.

Mikel Arteta's midfield woes continue

Arteta is already short of midfield options, with Thomas Partey already nursing a thigh strain.

Sambi Lokonga is apparently out of favour and summer arrival Fabio Vieira is yet to make his debut for the league leaders.

Metro UK reports that Arteta may now opt to address his shortage of midfield options, especially considering Partey’s unending struggles with injuries.

The Gunners were initially expected to add more firepower upfront after the exit of Nicolas Pepe, but could now be forced to reassess their transfer options with a day left before the window shuts.

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William Saliba's sweet strike in the second half gave the scoreline a fair reflection of the Gunners' dominance as Mikel Arteta's men continued their perfect start to the season after three games.

Three games into last season, Arsenal were without a single point and off to their worst start in 67 years.