Source: Daily_Mail
Arsenal defender Gael Clichy laid up for a month after suffering broken back
Arsenal left back Gael Clichy has suffered a suspected stress fracture in his lower back.[LNB]The France international, who was linked with a move to Real Madrid this summer, has been ruled out for up to a month.[LNB]His time on the sidelines will give promising 20-year-old Kieran Gibbs a chance to stake his claim for a place in the England team ahead of next summer's World Cup.[LNB] Out of action: Gael Clichy (left) won't be seen in an Arsenal shirt for a month[LNB]Gibbs impressed in Clichy's absence last season and has again looked up to the job in the Carling Cup this season.[LNB]The Under 21 international goes straight into the squad to face AZ Alkmaar in the Champions League on Wednesday night.[LNB]Midfielder Tomas Rosicky is also in contention for the clash at the Emirates Stadium following a kneeproblem. [LNB] In the running: Tomas Rosicky (centre) trains ahead of the match against AZ [LNB]Striker Nicklas Bendtner (groin), goalkeeper Lukas Fabianski (thigh), Theo Walcott (knee), Denilson (back) remain out. [LNB]Team (from): Almunia, Gibbs, Vermaelen, Gallas, Sagna, Song,Fabregas, Diaby, Arshavin, van Persie, Eduardo, Mannone, Eboue, Ramsey,Senderos, Nasri, Rosicky, Silvestre.[LNB] Arsenal poised for US takeover as Kroenke nudges closer to ownershipTHE LIST: The 50 finest footballers to have played for Tottenham or ArsenalTottenham are top of the league! Spurs set the Premier League benchmark when it comes to coaching pedigreeCHARLES SALE: A dozen Premier League clubs are proud of poppiesARSENAL FC
