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Rosicky setback for Gunners

07 Aug 2009 - 08:42:46

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Arsenal midfielder Tomas Rosicky has suffered a setback in his recovery from a long-term injury absence.

The Czech Republic international was believed to be close to making his first-team comeback after 18 months on the sidelines with hamstring and knee problems.

Rosicky's last appearance was in an FA Cup tie against Newcastle United in January 2008, but the 28-year-old midfielder had taken a full part in pre-season training.

However, he has now suffered a setback after picking up a fresh hamstring problem and reports claim he could now miss up to six weeks of the new season.

Speaking about the fitness of Rosicky and fellow long-term absentee Eduardo Da Silva, Gunners boss Arsene Wenger said: "Six weeks ago I did not know how strong Eduardo would come back, or how strong Rosicky would come back, despite the setback he has had."

Wenger has already lost France midfielder Samir Nasri to a broken leg with the Premier League opener against Everton at Goodison Park just over a week away.