Shared on the official Arsenal club website, the Spanish coach admitted that his beloved student is experiencing physical issues.

In the 33rd round of the Premier League, despite playing at the Emirates Stadium, Arsenal unexpectedly suffered a 0-2 defeat against Aston Villa. This result caused coach Mikel Arteta’s team to lose ground in the race for the championship.

The woes continue for the North London side. Midfielder and team captain Martin Odegaard had to leave the pitch in the 79th minute to make way for Emile Smith Rowe. This decision by the Spanish coach left him deeply concerned.

As predicted by many Gunners fans, shared on the club’s official website after the match, coach Mikel Arteta admitted that the Norwegian player was experiencing some issues. He said, “He felt something. He couldn’t continue the match.”

In just a few days, the North London representatives will embark on a challenging journey to the Allianz Arena of Bayern Munich, in the second leg of the Champions League quarter-finals. Surely, Arsenal does not want to lose their most important midfield pillar.