Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino could reportedly be sidelined for several weeks amid concerns he has suffered a serious foot injury.
The 29-year-old was absent from the squad on Saturday as Arsenal beat Leeds at Elland Road.
Mikel Arteta confirmed after the match that the Spain international will see a specialist. This will help gain a full understanding of the injury.
Now, BBC Sport reporter Sami Mokbel reports that Arsenal fear Merino has sustained a serious foot injury. As a result, this could rule him out for a number of weeks.
The full extent of the injury is expected to be determined within the next 48 hours.
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