Arsenal's Jurrien Timber to see specialist as concerns grow over knee injury

Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber will see a specialist to determine the extent of his knee injury, with reports suggesting he is set to be sidelined for an extended period.

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The Dutchman, signed from Ajax in a £38.5m summer transfer, limped off early in the second half of Saturday's win over Nottingham Forest in the opener of the Gunners in the Premier League.

According to reports, Timber has suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury which, if confirmed, would see the Dutch defender face a lengthy period of rehabilitation and could be out until early 2024.

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Arsenal confirmed on Monday night that further assessments will be required to determine a time frame for Timber's return to action.

"Following his substitution in our game against Nottingham Forest on Saturday, Jurrien Timber received in-depth assessments and scans which confirmed that he suffered a right knee injury," a club statement read.

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"Jurrien will undergo a more detailed assessment and examination with a consultant in the coming days to assess the full extent of the injury, to determine next steps. A further update will be provided in due course.

"Everyone at the club will be focused on supporting Jurrien at this time."