Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey is set to miss three rounds of the Premier League due to injury, according to reports from Sky Sports.
The Ghanaian international sustained an ankle injury during Arsenal's 2-1 defeat at Manchester United last weekend and has been ruled out for the next few weeks.
Partey, who has made over 50 appearances for Arsenal this season, was expected to feature in the Gunners' upcoming match against West Ham United on Saturday.
However, his absence could have significant implications for Arsenal's campaign as they look to maintain their position in the top four.
The injury comes at a crucial time for Arsenal, who are currently third in the table and will be looking to secure a top-four finish in order to qualify for next season's Champions League.
With Partey now out of action, Arsenal will need to find replacements for his defensive contributions and work hard to ensure that they continue to perform well in midfield.
Injuries can be frustrating for players and teams alike, but it's important to remember that injuries happen and that footballers often return to full fitness and form after being sidelined for a period of time.
It remains to be seen how long Partey will be out for, but it's clear that he'll be missed by both himself and his teammates as Arsenal look to bounce back from their recent setback.