A former Manchester United player has warned Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta that he must start Jurrien Timber against Bournemouth or risk harming their title chances.
Timber, 22, has been out since the start of the season with an ACL injury but has recently stepped up his recovery and played for the Under-21s, scoring against Blackburn Rovers. Despite missing the North London derby, he is expected to return to the Premier League soon, with reports suggesting he will play against Bournemouth.
Arsenal’s medical staff is confident in his readiness due to his successful Under-21 appearances and progress in training. Timber’s return is expected to boost Arsenal’s offense, complementing their strong defense. Arteta has praised Timber’s unique attacking skills and potential impact.
Eager to contribute after a long absence, Timber wants to help Arsenal’s end-of-season push. With Arsenal facing a strong Bournemouth side on Saturday, Timber’s return adds excitement for fans. A win could strengthen Arsenal’s top spot in the Premier League and set up an interesting Manchester City vs. Wolves match later that day.
The pressure is on Arteta to make the right decision and use Timber effectively to maximize Arsenal’s title chances. Timber’s return is crucial to Arsenal’s title aspirations, and starting him against Bournemouth could be a key move by Arteta to boost his team’s chances.