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Arsenal have confirmed that defender Ben White will miss the remainder of the season after suffering a significant medial knee ligament injury.
The 28-year-old was forced off during the first half of Sunday’s 1-0 victory over West Ham and was later seen leaving the stadium in a protective brace.
The injury is a massive blow for the Premier League leaders, ruling White out of their final domestic push and the upcoming Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain on May 30.
Beyond his club duties, the timing of the injury is particularly devastating for White’s international prospects.
With the World Cup in North America set to begin next month, the defender is now highly unlikely to be included in the England squad.
Arsenal’s medical team has already shifted focus toward his rehabilitation, with the official goal of having him fit in time for the start of the next pre-season. This leaves manager Mikel Arteta with a major selection crisis at right-back for the season’s defining moments.
With Jurrien Timber also sidelined, the Gunners must navigate their remaining fixtures against Burnley and Crystal Palace without their primary options in that position.
As Arsenal seek their first league title since 2004, maintaining their five-point lead over Manchester City will now require a significant defensive reshuffle.
