Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta revealed that Declan Rice's injury needs to be 'assessed' after midfielder was substituted midway against Tottenham.
as he made his way onto the bench in the second half and now Arteta has confirmed that the player has indeed picked up a knock and will require further assessment."He had some discomfort in his back and was telling us during the first half he was uncomfortable," Arteta told reporters after the match.
When further pressed if Rice was out for short or medium term, he said: "Hopefully not [out for long]. We have to assess him. It’s strange when a player like him asks to come off because he’s uncomfortable. Hopefully not, but let’s see.”Rice has been an integral part of Arteta's plans since his arrival for West Ham for aIN THREE PHOTOS:
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