Ex-Arsenal Star Trains with First-Team Ahead of Kairat Almaty Match
Arsenal Football Club is focusing on their upcoming Champions League match against Kairat Almaty. Despite already securing a place in the knockout stages, the team is eager to rebound from their recent loss to Manchester United.
Training Highlights Ahead of Kairat Almaty Match
In preparation for the clash with the Kazakhstan team, Arsenal’s training sessions have picked up intensity. Notably, former player Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has been spotted training with the first team.
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain’s Return
- Oxlade-Chamberlain became a free agent after leaving Besiktas in the summer.
- He spent recent months training with the Arsenal U21 squad.
- In December, he participated in a match against Manchester United.
- On Tuesday, he joined first-team training and wore a kit marked ‘T3’, typically reserved for trialists.
With several players missing from training, including William Saliba and Jurrien Timber, Oxlade-Chamberlain’s involvement has raised questions about his future with the club.
Mikel Arteta’s Support for Oxlade-Chamberlain
Head coach Mikel Arteta expressed his strong admiration for Oxlade-Chamberlain. Having played alongside him during his time at Arsenal, Arteta views the former player positively.
He stated, “If we can help him get up to speed and find a club, it’s a joy.” Arteta emphasized that Oxlade-Chamberlain’s presence could benefit the team as a role model.
As Arsenal gears up for their match against Kairat Almaty, the training dynamics may play a pivotal role in their performance. Oxlade-Chamberlain’s return, whether temporary or more permanent, adds an intriguing element to Arsenal’s ongoing preparations.
