Emile Smith Rowe set for two-week injury lay off at Arsenal

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Arsenal starlet Emile Smith Rowe is facing a two week absence from the first-team after suffering a head injury against Nottingham Forest (Daily Mail).

The talented 19-year-old left the Carabao Cup third round clash on a stretcher on Tuesday, after clashing heads with Jack Robinson. Smith Rowe was also caught accidentally with an elbow.

He suffered concussion and FIFA rules state players cannot return for at least six days in such events.

Given Smith Rowe’s tender years, he is expected to be given more time to recuperate by the club, meaning he should miss next Thursday’s Europa League clash with Standard Liege.

The news will come as a relief to Arsenal fans, who had their concerns seeing Smith Rowe leaving in discomfort on a stretcher.

TBR’s view

Arsenal are right to be playing it cautiously with Smith Rowe, who is a player the club want to flourish in the cup competitions this season.

There is no rush to get the winger back, and it is important he comes back completely fresh ready to deputise for the more senior players.

The teenager, who last season spent time on loan at RB Leipzig, will be determined to make his mark for the Gunners this term after struggling with injury at the Bundesliga club.