Arsenal and United States national team goalkeeper Matt Turner was missing from the Gunners’ squad for the Europa League clash with PSV Eindhoven on Thursday night due to incurring a groin injury. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta revealed that the backup goalkeeper was experiencing discomfort in his groin during training on Wednesday, resulting in first-choice goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale taking the field for the 2-0 loss.
Turner’s absence poses a concern for the United States Men’s National Team, particularly with the 2022 World Cup fast approaching. Still, Arteta insists that Turner’s discomfort is not a cause for panic, explaining, “Yesterday in training he had some discomfort in his groin, and he tried this morning but he was not well, so Aaron had to play. We have to assess it, but it did not look like a serious injury”.
Since arriving at Arsenal from the MLS side New England Revolution during the summer transfer window, Turner has made just four appearances for the Premier League team, each of which has been in the Europa League. So far, Turner has greatly impressed the Gunners, conceding just one goal and keeping three clean sheets as Arsenal rocketed to the top of their Europa League group.
