Arsenal injury scare as star is spotted hobbling in training ahead of Europa League clash

Reports claimed he suffered a small fracture while on international duty with the Portugal Under-21 side in June. He was then pictured in a protective boot, however, which was on the opposite foot to the one in pain during Wednesday's session.

If Vieira is fit for the game, he is likely to make his third start for the Gunners. He scored his first goal for the club on his full Premier League debut, firing in a fine effort from long range against Brentford.

There were three members of the Arsenal first team who weren't present at training. Oleksandr Zinchenko, Mohamed Elneny and Emile Smith Rowe were all absent.

Elneny is set to be out until 2023 with a serious hamstring injury. Smith Rowe, meanwhile, underwent groin surgery last week in a bid to fix a lingering problem.

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