Mikel Arteta admits Mohamed Elneny injury could see Arsenal move for midfielder

INJURY BLOW: Mohamed Elneny has sustained an injury. Pic: PA

Mikel Arteta admits Arsenal may be forced into the transfer market for a new midfielder as fears mount over an injury to Mohamed Elneny.

The Egypt international is not a first-team regular at the Emirates Stadium but, with Arteta operating with a small squad, his absence could be felt in the Premier League title race – especially with FA Cup and Europa League fixtures in the mix.